Be out there.. it all adds up for fun in Parkes
Be out there in the Parkes region where it all adds up for fun and quirky experiences along with a bucket list of iconic attractions and events that will provide memories to last a lifetime.
The townships of Parkes, Bogan Gate, Peak Hill, Trundle and Tullamore each contribute their unique personality, attractions and events to create the undeniable appeal of the Parkes region as a wonderful place to live and visit.
On behalf of the people of Parkes Shire, I welcome you to our region and wish you a safe, adventurous and enjoyable visit.
Destination Guide
For information on how to plan your visit to Parkes, a destination guide can be downloaded below.
Parkes Special Offers
Take advantage of our special offers at local attractions and hospitality outlets when you are visiting the Parkes region.
Upcoming Events
march, 2019
Event Info
Be Inspired!
A Window into the Universe – as viewed by The Dish
Hear how the recent multi-million dollar upgrade to the Parkes Telescope has continued to make The Dish a world leader in scientific research.
Dr Jane Kaczmarek is an astrophysicist at the Telescope, and loves to share her passion for her work.
Dr Jane will explain how astrophysicists across the world use Parkes to answer some of the Universe’s big questions.
Do you have a big question about the Universe?
When
6pm on Thursday 21 March
Where
Parkes Library, Bogan Street, Parkes
RSVP
Contact the Parkes Library on 6861 2309 or email parkes.library@parkes.nsw.gov.au
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Are you getting ready for this year’s 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing?
Don’t forget the Open Day at the Parkes CSIRO Telescope on 20-21 July.
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Time
(Thursday) 6:00 pm
Location
Parkes Shire Library
25 Bogan St, Parkes NSW 2870
Organizer
Parkes Shire Library6861 2309 and library@parkes.nsw.gov.au 25 Bogan Street, Parkes NSW 2870
23mar2:00 pmFashion & High TeaBe entertained2:00 pm St George's Anglican Church Hall
Event Info
Be entertained at this Fashion Parade, High Tea and live entertainment!
Carole’s Creations Fashion Parade with High Tea
The Anglican Women’s Association of Australia, Parkes Branch proudly presents
Carole’s Creations
Fashion Parade with High Tea
♦ Entertainment by The Southern Cross Vocal Band from Sydney
♦ Fashion Parade of gowns designed and sewn for the Golden Gown competition, plus other streetwear, priced to sell
♦ Other articles for sale
When
2pm Saturday 23 March 2019
Where
St George’s Anglican Church
Admission
$10 per person, pay on the day
Follow along with the Anglican Parish of Parkes’ Facebook page for more information.
On behalf of the Anglican Women’s Assoication of Australia, Parkes Branch, we would like to invite you to a lovely afternoon of High Tea, Fashion and Shopping.
Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm
Location
St George's Anglican Church Hall
Cnr Church and Hill Streets
24mar8:45 amBush WalkingWith National Parks Assoc NSW8:45 am
Event Info
Be Out There!
Autumn Walks Calendar 2019
The National Parks Association of NSW runs the largest activities program in the state, with over 1,000 bushwalks led by an extraordinary team of knowledgeable and skilled volunteer leaders every year.
At the Lachlan Valley Branch, an Autumn program of walks has been developed to cater for the average fitness level.
Next walk
Sunday 24 March
Weddin Mountains National Park
Black Gin Gully
Meet at Forbes Railway Station at 8:45am.
This is a 6km walk graded as Medium.
Walk leader will be Peter Cannon, who can be contacted on 6866 1225.
All walks are subject to there being no adverse Rural Fire Service fire warnings at the time and no closure of the relevant State Forest due to hunting permits etc.
Walkers are reminded to bring along enough food and water for the entire day as well as suitable clothing, footwear, hat and sunscreen. A pair of good binoculars and a fold up chair is recommended.
Please contact the listed walk leader the night before the walk if you intend to take part. A $2 donation for each walker is appreciated.
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Future walks
Wednesday 10 April: Coradgery Nature Reserve. Meet at Bushman’s Dam, Newell Highway, Parkes, at 9am. This is an 8km walk graded as Medium. Walk leader will be Martin Bell, who can be contacted on 0429 346 586.
Saturday 27 April: Black Ridge. Meet at Bushman’s Dam, Newell Highway, Parkes, at 9am. This is an 8km walk graded as Medium. Walk leader will be Peter Cannon, who can be contacted on 6866 1225.
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Grades
Easy – Range between 5 to 10 kilometres. Mostly flat to slightly undulating topography. Walks are mostly on tracks or fire trails and of moderate distance. Suitable for those with a minimum level of fitness.
Medium – Range between 5 to 8 kilometres. May be over moderate hills or rough terrain. May involves some off-track walking. Walk may involve shorter distance overall due to rougher conditions. Suitable for an average fitness level.
Hard – Range 5 or more kilometres. Walk may involve hilly or mountainous terrain, rough tracks, a trackless route or an extended distance. Walk suitable for above average fitness level.
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Time
(Sunday) 8:45 am
Organizer
National Parks Association of NSW Lachlan Valley Branchlachlan@npansw.org.au PO Box 593, Parkes 2870
24mar9:30 am4:30 pmWho or What is 'Maggie'?Fundraising for the End Polio Campaign9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Event Info
Be Astonished!
End Polio Campaign with ‘Maggie’
For more than 25 years, Rotary International has been leading the fight to END POLIO. It is one of the world’s most ambitious health programs involving many thousands of volunteers and billions of dollars. Polio cannot be considered beaten in any country until there has been three years clear of the virus.
To promote the fundraising, the Rotary Club of Parkes will be touring ‘Maggie’ around the parks and ovals.
Who or what is ‘Maggie’?
If you were born after the 1960s, you mightn’t know that this terrible virus left boys and girls, many under 5 years of age, either severely handicapped, crippled in leg irons, or passed away. Some survived and spent their life in an iron lung which ensured they could breath. It did their breathing for them.
The last remaining iron lung in Australia has been restored and nicknamed Maggie.
When will be Maggie be in town?
Sunday 25 March
Where can I see Maggie?
Maggie’s day will be begin at 9:30am with breakfast at Cooke Park.
From there, she’ll be taken for a tour. You can see her at the following parks and ovals:
♦ 10:30am at Lions Park
♦ 11:30am at Spicer Oval
♦ 12:30pm at Bushmans Dam (for lunch)
♦ 1:30pm at Woodward Park
♦ 2:30pm at Keast Park
♦ 3:30pm at Cheney Park
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Image Parkes Champion Post
Time
(Sunday) 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Organizer
Event Info
Be Indulged!
Reflection Chamber Music Season
The Macquarie Philharmonia will delight you this autumn.
For its Chamber Music Season, young and old will enjoy Dvorak’s beautiful, joyous and reflective Piano Trio No4 ‘Dumky’, as well the flute duets in Ross Edwards ‘Ecstatic Dances’.
When
3pm to 5pm on Sunday 24 March
Where
Parkes Uniting Church, Court Street, Parkes
Cost
Adults $30
Concession $25
Under 18 Free.
Bookings
Booking via eventbrite
Follow along with the Macquarie Philharmonia’s Facebook page for more information.
Image Macquarie Philharmonia Orchestra
Time
(Sunday) 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Parkes Uniting Church
11-17 Court Street, Parkes
24mar7:00 pmMovies at TrundleThe Book Thief7:00 pm The Staging Post
Event Info
Trundle Film Society Inc
The Trundle Film Society welcomes new members for the screening of The Book Thief (2013) . The movie runs for 2hrs 11mins and is rated by IMDb at 7.6/10.
Doors open at 6:30pm for a 7pm start.
Contact john.lagerlow@gmail.com or phone or text 0408 022 571 for membership details.
Time
(Sunday) 7:00 pm
Location
The Staging Post
29 Forbes St Trundle
Organizer
Trundle Film Societyjohn.lagerlow@gmail.com 29 Forbes Street, Trundle, NSW 2875
Event Info
Be informed!
Parkes to Narromine Community Forum: Parkes NSW
With construction under way on Inland Rail between Parkes and Narromine, we would like to update you about our work.
In the Parkes to Narromine (P2N) Inland Rail project, we are upgrading 98.4km of existing rail track and building 5.3km of new rail track.
Throughout construction on P2N, we’ll be holding quarterly community forums to keep you up to date.
The forums are a good opportunity to find our more about our work, ask questions and provide feedback.
When
Tuesday 26 March 2019
5pm-6.30pm
Where
ARTC Community and Working Hub
290 Clarinda Street, Parkes NSW
More Information
Come to one of the sessions to find out what’s happening in your area.
1800 732 761 (24/7)
Time
(Tuesday) 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Location
Inland Rail Shopfront Parkes
290 Clarinda Street, Parkes
Organizer
Inland Railinlandrailenquiries@artc.com.au Australian Rail Track Corporation, Inland Rail, 290 Clarinda Street, Parkes NSW 2870
27mar9:00 am4:00 pmWorkshopSuicide Prevention Training9:00 am - 4:00 pm Parkes Services Club
Event Info
Wesley LifeForce Suicide Prevention Full Day Workshop
Wesley LifeForce is bringing to Parkes its Suicide Prevention workshop. This training aims to develop a range of skills, focussing on simple effective interventions that can make a real difference.
The outcomes:
♦ understand risk and protective factors
♦ how to identify the warning signs that someone may be at risk of suicide
♦ how to ask directly about suicide intent
♦ understand what local and national support and resources are available to support a person at risk
When
9am to 4pm on Wednesday 27 March
Where
Parkes Services Club, Short Street, Parkes
Bookings and More Information
To register your interest, or obtain more information, visit the eventbrite web page.
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There are a number of organisations that can provide immediate help if needed:
Beyond Blue and Heads Up – 1300 22 4636
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Images Wesley Mission
Time
(Wednesday) 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location
Parkes Services Club
9-17 Short St
Organizer
Wesley Mission02 9263 5555
Event Info
Be informed!
Parkes to Narromine Community Forum: Peak Hill NSW
With construction under way on Inland Rail between Parkes and Narromine, we would like to update you about our work.
In the Parkes to Narromine (P2N) Inland Rail project, we are upgrading 98.4km of existing rail track and building 5.3km of new rail track.
Throughout construction on P2N, we’ll be holding quarterly community forums to keep you up to date.
The forums are a good opportunity to find our more about our work, ask questions and provide feedback.
When
Wednesday 27 March 2019
5pm-6.30pm
Where
Peak Hill RSL
57/61 Caswell Street Peak Hill NSW
More Information
Come to one of the sessions to find out what’s happening in your area.
1800 732 761 (24/7)
Time
(Wednesday) 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Location
Peak Hill Ex-Services Club
57-61 Caswell Street, Peak Hill
Organizer
Inland Railinlandrailenquiries@artc.com.au Australian Rail Track Corporation, Inland Rail, 290 Clarinda Street, Parkes NSW 2870
28marallday30alldayCar RallyBlack Stump Tour of the Central West(All Day)
Event Info
Be Adventurous!
Black Stump Tour of Central West
A rare opportunity not to be missed to see historic vehicles participating in an old-style car rally.
This tour of the Central West of NSW will take in Condobolin, Forbes, Trangie and the PARKES region. The tour is open to all two-wheel drive non-aspirated vehicles, with a particular focus on historic vehicles.
When
Thursday 28 March through to Saturday 30 March
Registration
Contact the Historic Rally Club NSW/ACT for details.
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There has been a long history of car trials and rallies in NSW. The HRC has published some details on the website.
Were you around for the REDeX and AMPOL Trials in the 1950s?
Image Historic Rally Car NSW/ACT
Time
march 28 (Thursday) - 30 (Saturday)
28mar6:00 pm7:30 pmBalance for BetterInternational Women's Day6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Hart Bar
Event Info
Balance for Better this International Women’s Day
You’re invited to bubbles, canapes and an evening with trailblazing women in celebration of International Women’s Day.
Guest speakers:
+ Leanne Heywood – NSW Woman of the Year winner, a non-executive director and senior executive, with broad general management experience gained through an international career in the mining, rural, government and not-for-profit sectors
+ Dr Jane Kaczmarek – an astrophysicist at the CSIRO Parkes Radio Telescope
+ Roslyn Dalton – CMOC-Northparkes Mines
Compere:
+ Parkes Shire Deputy Mayor, Cr Barbara Newton
When: Thursday 28 March 2019
Time:
+ 6pm drink on arrival and canapes
+ 6.30pm-7.30pm Balance Panel
+ Why not stay for dinner at the Railway Hotel?
Where: Hart Bar, upstairs of the Railway Hotel
Tickets: $10 per person. Purchase tickets online.
RSVP: Monday 25 March
This year’s theme is #BalanceforBetter.
Better the balance, better the world.
Time
(Thursday) 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
Hart Bar
May Street, Parkes
Event Info
Be a Record Maker!
Trundle Back In Time Vintage Rally and Tractor Pull
Can they create a record for the most number of iconic 40 series International Harvester tractors on a rally ground at one time?
Trundle is again hosting their successful Vintage Rally and Tractor Pull over two days. A opportunity to explore our rich agricultural history.
Where
Trundle Show Ground
When
Saturday and Sunday, 30 and 31 March
Admission
Adults $5 per person
Exhibitors and Stallholders Invitation
Do you’ve got a faithful or rusty relic you’d like to enter? Plus vintage engine, car and bike clubs, and market stalls invited.
Contact: Digger Anderson 0417 616 907 or email trundleshow@gmail.com for details on how to enter and entry fee.
Camping
Make it a weekend adventure. Powered and unpowered camping sites available on the rally ground.
Contact: Peter Kelly 0447 821 098 for details on how to secure a spot and camping fees.
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Proceeds from the record attempt to go to beyondblue
Event proceeds to go to Trundle P&A Society Inc
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Time
30 (Saturday) 8:00 am - 31 (Sunday) 1:00 pm
Location
Trundle Showground
Cnr Long & Austral Sts
Organizer
Trundle P&A Society Inctrundleshow@gmail.com