ARTC Programme Delivery Director for Inland Rail Simon Thomas said rhinestones were already being polished and flares dusted off at ARTC’s Parkes Provisioning Centre and Inland Rail offices.

“As one of the most popular and unique events in Regional NSW, ARTC is very proud to support the 2018 Elvis Festival,” he said.

“The 2018 event is set to be bigger than ever and I am looking forward to seeing thousands of people shake, rattle and roll at the ARTC Festival Hub and ARTC Cooke Park Main Stage next January.

“Parkes is a critical rail hub on Australia’s interstate network and with the area also set to benefit from Inland Rail construction from next year, ARTC is working very closely with the community as the project progresses.”