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Events

Cheers to summer at Bogan Gate

Cheers to summer at Bogan Gate
Cheers to summer at Bogan Gate
News

Jobs to go at CSIRO, unknown if Parkes is affected

Jobs to go at CSIRO, unknown if Parkes is affected
Jobs to go at CSIRO, unknown if Parkes is affected
Community

It's snake season: Are your pets safe?

With snake season in full swing, Parkes Veterinary Hospital urges pet owners to take precautions
It's snake season: Are your pets safe?
It's snake season: Are your pets safe?
Community

Eight new Australian citizens

Parkes Shire Council hosted one of its biggest citizenship ceremonies recently
Christine Little
Eight new Australian citizens
Eight new Australian citizens
News

Life lost after trailer detaches on Newell Highway

A man has been killed in a crash at Tomingley
Life lost after trailer detaches on Newell Highway
Life lost after trailer detaches on Newell Highway
Rugby Union

'Here for each other': Boars support Emus 10s

Emus Foundation 10s raises funds for rugby players with life-altering injuries
Christine Little
'Here for each other': Boars support Emus 10s
'Here for each other': Boars support Emus 10s

News

People and Lifestyle

Nedd Brockmann is NSW Young Australian of Year

The Bedgerabong-bred tradie turned ultramarathon runner for homelessness
Nedd Brockmann is NSW Young Australian of Year
Nedd Brockmann is NSW Young Australian of Year
MARKET REPORTS

Shorn lambs attract premium prices from processors

Weekly market reports from the Forbes Central West Livestock Exchange
Shorn lambs attract premium prices from processors
Shorn lambs attract premium prices from processors
Events

What's on in and around Parkes

Your local and regional events guide
What's on in and around Parkes
What's on in and around Parkes
LOOKING AT LANDCARE

Save the date: Parkes NAIDOC Family Fun Day

The Parkes NAIDOC Family Fun Day Organising Committee is excited to announce their 2026 event
Save the date: Parkes NAIDOC Family Fun Day
Save the date: Parkes NAIDOC Family Fun Day
Events

Glowing praise for Parkes' gravel

Parkes has received rave reviews after hosting its first gravel cycling event
Christine Little
Glowing praise for Parkes' gravel
Glowing praise for Parkes' gravel
Emergency Services

Fire rips through family home as headers spark other blazes

Firefighters have been battling multiple fires across the Parkes Shire this past week
Christine Little
Fire rips through family home as headers spark other blazes
Fire rips through family home as headers spark other blazes
Health

'Enough is enough': Nurses demand action at Parkes Hospital

Parkes nurses and midwives are burnt out and fear for their safety, rally hears
Madeline Blackstock
'Enough is enough': Nurses demand action at Parkes Hospital
'Enough is enough': Nurses demand action at Parkes Hospital
Parkes Bypass

Speed limits set: 3.78km of bypass will be 80km/h

Transport for NSW has set the speed limits for Parkes bypass and connecting roads
Christine Little
Speed limits set: 3.78km of bypass will be 80km/h
Speed limits set: 3.78km of bypass will be 80km/h

Sport

Rugby League

Lachlan 16s are premiers in a thriller

Lachlan Under 16s lift late to seal title
Lachlan 16s are premiers in a thriller
Lachlan 16s are premiers in a thriller
Bowls

Fitzalan, McPhee perfect pairing for Major Pairs Championships

In a highly anticipated showdown, Mark Fitzalan and Brett Frame battled it out in the Parkes Bowling Club's Major Pairs Championship
Marty Tighe
Fitzalan, McPhee perfect pairing for Major Pairs Championships
Fitzalan, McPhee perfect pairing for Major Pairs Championships
Golf

Rob Rea joins exclusive hole in one club

Weekly Parkes Golf Club and Veterans Golf reports
Rob Rea joins exclusive hole in one club
Rob Rea joins exclusive hole in one club
Cricket

Bowlers blaze through Round 4 of local cricket

Three action-packed matches in Forbes district cricket competition
Bowlers blaze through Round 4 of local cricket
Bowlers blaze through Round 4 of local cricket
Rugby League

Hat trick to Hartwig as Lachlan 16s qualify for grand final

Undefeated side to meet Vipers in decider this Saturday
Hat trick to Hartwig as Lachlan 16s qualify for grand final
Hat trick to Hartwig as Lachlan 16s qualify for grand final
Bowls

Simpson, Hampton manage narrow win over Bateson duo

Parkes Bowling and Sports Club weekly report
Marty Tighe
Simpson, Hampton manage narrow win over Bateson duo
Simpson, Hampton manage narrow win over Bateson duo

Regional

News

Rex to keep flying as creditors approve Air T takeover

Creditors vote for US-based Air T to take ownership of Regional Express Holdings (Rex)
Christine Little
Rex to keep flying as creditors approve Air T takeover
Rex to keep flying as creditors approve Air T takeover
News

Work begins on new, safer Graddle Creek Bridge

Work begins on new, safer Graddle Creek Bridge
Work begins on new, safer Graddle Creek Bridge
Energy from Waste

Livelihoods on the line if incinerator goes ahead

The proposed Energy from Waste facility could potentially ruin the Woods' livelihood
Livelihoods on the line if incinerator goes ahead
Livelihoods on the line if incinerator goes ahead
Community

Explore the universe without leaving Parkes

Central West Astronomical Society, welcome you to their next meeting on Friday, 7 November
Explore the universe without leaving Parkes
Explore the universe without leaving Parkes
Energy from Waste

Council calls for EfW scrutiny as it lodges inquiry submission

Parkes Shire Council has lodged a formal submission to the NSW Energy from Waste inquiry
Christine Little
Council calls for EfW scrutiny as it lodges inquiry submission
Council calls for EfW scrutiny as it lodges inquiry submission
Parkes Elvis Festival

2026 Elvis Festival to pull at the heart strings

33rd Parkes Elvis Festival with Love Me Tender theme has been launched
Christine Little
2026 Elvis Festival to pull at the heart strings
2026 Elvis Festival to pull at the heart strings
Parkes Elvis Festival

Disco fever and Elvis collide

Some exciting news has been released early about next year's Parkes Elvis Festival
Disco fever and Elvis collide
Disco fever and Elvis collide
Regional

Postie bikes raise awareness for Wings4Kidz charity

Postie bikes are headed back to Parkes in April for a special cause
Postie bikes raise awareness for Wings4Kidz charity
Postie bikes raise awareness for Wings4Kidz charity
Regional

Maltese ETA takes top honours in Ultimate Contest

Malta’s Josuel Grech has been crowned the 2025 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest champion
Maltese ETA takes top honours in Ultimate Contest
Maltese ETA takes top honours in Ultimate Contest
Parkes Elvis Festival

The name on everyone's lips is Charlie Gaylard

16-year-old Charlie Gaylard has everyone talking this Parkes Elvis Festival
The name on everyone's lips is Charlie Gaylard
The name on everyone's lips is Charlie Gaylard
Regional

The day Hilda met Elvis in her home in Germany

Parkes Elvis Festival goer shares her story of rare interaction with Elvis Presley
The day Hilda met Elvis in her home in Germany
The day Hilda met Elvis in her home in Germany
Regional

2025 Parkes Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist contestants revealed

2025 Parkes Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist contestants revealed
2025 Parkes Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist contestants revealed
2025 Parkes Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist contestants revealed

Opinion

Letter to the Editor

'It's natural to ask questions' says farmer on EfW

Parkes Shire farmer responds to EfW letter
Letters to the Editor

Energy from Waste discussions

Readers continue to share their thoughts on Energy from Waste debate
Opinion

'Your voice matters': Reader weighs-in on issue

A Peak Hill resident responds to earlier letters on the Energy from Waste facility

Community

Business

NSW Police host crime prevention workshops for businesses

Businesses in Parkes and Forbes are encouraged to attend upcoming workshops by the NSW Police Force, focusing on 'Safer by Design' strategies to minimize crime risks and strengthen community safety measures.
NSW Police host crime prevention workshops for businesses
NSW Police host crime prevention workshops for businesses
Community

Nominations open for Australia Day awards

It's time to nominate our local champions for an Australia Day award
Nominations open for Australia Day awards
Nominations open for Australia Day awards
Events

Open Gardens: Cold and wet but a great day

Parkes Que Club thrilled with outcome of this year's Open Gardens 'n' Markets
Lynn Rogers
Open Gardens: Cold and wet but a great day
Open Gardens: Cold and wet but a great day
Sport

Teams bring the heat to PA Games, three pairs reach podium

Three teams from Parkes found their way onto the podium following the PA Games
Christine Little
Teams bring the heat to PA Games, three pairs reach podium
Teams bring the heat to PA Games, three pairs reach podium

Rural

MARKET REPORTS

Cattle market firm to dearer, numbers lift more than 300 head

Weekly market reports from the Forbes Central West Livestock Exchange
Cattle market firm to dearer, numbers lift more than 300 head
Cattle market firm to dearer, numbers lift more than 300 head
LOOKING AT LANDCARE

Stallholder EOI's open for next year's Homegrown Parkes

Central West Lachlan Landcare opens expressions of interest for Homegrown Parkes, celebrating cultural diversity on Harmony Day, March 21, 2026. The event promises engaging activities and opportunities for local businesses.
Stallholder EOI's open for next year's Homegrown Parkes
Stallholder EOI's open for next year's Homegrown Parkes
Rural

Collect your free guide to moving harvest machinery

It's on USB at rural supply stores and council administration offices
Collect your free guide to moving harvest machinery
Collect your free guide to moving harvest machinery