Parkes Shire Council

Parkes Shire Council, located at 2 Cecile Street, Parkes, NSW 2870, serves a diverse community of over 15,000 residents across a 5,919 square kilometre area. Established in 1981, the Council provides essential services including roads, waste collection, water and sewer management, town planning, and community facilities. The region boasts a vibrant economy with strong industries such as transport, mining, healthcare, tourism, agriculture, and public administration. Notably, Parkes is home to the CSIRO Parkes Radio Telescope and hosts popular annual events like the Parkes Elvis Festival and Trundle ABBA Festival.