Take a Drive or a stroll around Parkes and beyond to explore locations featured in the movie 'The Dish'.

Murriyang, CSIRO's Parkes Radio Telescope (The Dish)
20km north of Parkes, a short 5km detour off the Newell Highway.
Murriyang, CSIRO's Parkes Radio Telescope, star of the movie ‘The Dish,’ (2000) is one of Australia’s most prominent landmarks and a must-see attraction on every driving holiday through inland NSW. As portrayed in the movie, the giant dish stands impressively over surrounding farmlands – a sophisticated piece of scientific equipment ironically in the middle of sheep paddocks! Located 20km north of Parkes, Murriyang, CSIRO's Parkes Radio Telescope (The Dish) is a short 5km detour off the Newell Highway. The Centre features many displays, a 3D theatre, as well as hands on exhibits.

Johnson’s Bakery
27 Welcome Street, Parkes
Johnson’s Bakery was first established in 1933, which makes it 86 years old. The store is still operating strong and offers a huge range to choose from including pies, sausage rolls, fresh sandwiches, cakes, slices and even birthday cakes. Johnson’s Bakery have a unique design on their custard tarts which they provide during the Elvis Weekend.

Parkes Hotel
1 Welcome Street, Parkes

Want to extend your time exploring, then take a short drive south to Forbes where you will find other locations which featured in 'The Dish' movie.

Forbes locations

Angelsey House - 44 Templar Street, Forbes
Town Hall - 2 Court Street (corner Court and Harold Streets), Forbes
Fountain in Victoria Park - Cnr Harold, Court Streets (Victoria Lane), Newell Highway, Forbes
Post Office Hotel - 117 Lachlan Street, Forbes
Victoria Hotel - 104 Lachlan Street (now Ray White), Forbes
Vandenberg Hotel - 7 Court Street, Forbes
St. Andrews Presbyterian Church - 11 Harold Street (next to Council/Town Hall/Council Chambers), Forbes
Mercedes House - 16 Johnson Street, Forbes