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Elvis Festival trio resign but new team steps up to ensure no disruption to iconic event
Event attraction and sponsorship officer Charlotte Lerpiniere, festivals producer Julien Poulson and festivals and events manager Rochelle Livingstone, who had only been in their new roles for a few months, have unfortunately resigned. Photo by Christine Little
Christine Little
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ERI disbands, leftover funds to benefit community as a thank you
Christine Little
Marg Klein, Pat Byrnes, Joanne Chatman from Elvis Revival Inc, Robyn Kent, Parkes Can Assist president Sylvia Glendenning, Liz Brown, Julie Burke, Can Assist treasurer Adrianne Brown, Bernadette Boneham, ERI treasurer Michelle Roberts with Ruby Elliott (4). Photo by Christine Little
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Parkes has 'that magical difference' as 2024 festival will celebrate music and spirit of Elvis
Christine Little
Parkes Elvis Festival founders Bob and Anne Steel unveiled the 2024 festival program cover with festival producer Julien Poulson. Photo by Christine Little
In Depth
King-size passion to bring people a special experience, meet our new festivals team
Christine Little
Event attraction and sponsorship officer Charlotte Lerpiniere, festivals and events manager Rochelle Livingstone and festivals producer Julien Poulson are the fresh, new faces of our festivals team. Picture by Christine Little
Our gateway to the Elvis Festival: Have your say on its design
Christine Little
A draft concept design for a special precinct that features replica gates of Graceland, Hollywood-style Walk of Fame and a multipurpose stage that's now on public exhibition. Picture supplied
Parkes Elvis Festival allows creativity to flow for Canberra local | Photos
Photo: Supplied.
Taylor Jurd
It’s not all about Elvis, watch what’s big in retro festival fashion
Nadine Morton
RETRO STYLING: Ash Barnes 'Miss Chevy Bel' says there are a few "essentials" when it comes to retro and vintage fashion. Photo: NADINE MORTON 011019nmelvis21
See and hear the sounds of the Elvis Gospel Service
Nadine Morton
Gospel singer Francine Bell on stage during the Elvis Gospel Service on Sunday morning. Photo: CHRISTINE SPEELMAN
See the hottest cars on the block at the Parkes Elvis Festival
HOT WHEELS: When it comes to fine automobiles, the Parkes Elvis Festival has attracted some beauties this year. Photo: NADINE MORTON
Nadine Morton
See the rockin' and rollin’ good times aboard the Elvis Express
Nadine Morton
Kim Payne, Kimmy Raysmith, Christine Wichen and Carrie 'Chook' Logan. Photo: NADINE MORTON 011019nmelvis23
Please call me Elvis, no seriously, that is my real name
Nadine Morton
SURVIVOR: Elvis Singer says growing up with such a famous name wasn't easy. He was among the first-time visitors to this year's festival. Photo: NADINE MORTON
“I’m really privileged to be here, I’m just going to give it my all”
Nadine Morton
STAR ACT: Parkes Elvis Festival headline act Ted Torres Martin will take to the stage multiple times this week. He is pictured with Miss Priscilla 2017 winner Jackie Batt. Photo: NADINE MORTON 011019nmelvis14
It’s not only international stars taking to the festival stages
Nadine Morton
DANCING STARS: The Parkes Boppers are among a host of entertainers who will be performing this week. Photo: NADINE MORTON 011019nmelvis3
Elvis Festival trio resign but new team steps up to ensure no disruption to iconic event
Christine Little
Event attraction and sponsorship officer Charlotte Lerpiniere, festivals producer Julien Poulson and festivals and events manager Rochelle Livingstone, who had only been in their new roles for a few months, have unfortunately resigned. Photo by Christine Little
Community
ERI disbands, leftover funds to benefit community as a thank you
Christine Little
Marg Klein, Pat Byrnes, Joanne Chatman from Elvis Revival Inc, Robyn Kent, Parkes Can Assist president Sylvia Glendenning, Liz Brown, Julie Burke, Can Assist treasurer Adrianne Brown, Bernadette Boneham, ERI treasurer Michelle Roberts with Ruby Elliott (4). Photo by Christine Little
Watch
Parkes has 'that magical difference' as 2024 festival will celebrate music and spirit of Elvis
Christine Little
Parkes Elvis Festival founders Bob and Anne Steel unveiled the 2024 festival program cover with festival producer Julien Poulson. Photo by Christine Little
In Depth
King-size passion to bring people a special experience, meet our new festivals team
Christine Little
Event attraction and sponsorship officer Charlotte Lerpiniere, festivals and events manager Rochelle Livingstone and festivals producer Julien Poulson are the fresh, new faces of our festivals team. Picture by Christine Little
Our gateway to the Elvis Festival: Have your say on its design
Christine Little
A draft concept design for a special precinct that features replica gates of Graceland, Hollywood-style Walk of Fame and a multipurpose stage that's now on public exhibition. Picture supplied
People donated before Gospel Service began, leaves organisers overwhelmed but extremely grateful
Christine Little
Alison and Neil Westcott from the Parkes Ministers Association, Parkes Elvis Festival director Tiffany Steel, Lachlan Health Service team coordinator of Safe Haven Kylie Browne, Andrew Taggart, Craig Bland and James Leach (all Ministers Association). Picture by Christine Little
Positive and relieving outcome for Elvis Festival visitors targeted by cowardly thieves
Christine Little
An estimated 25,000 Elvis fans attended the 2023 Parkes Elvis Festival, which for a couple of families was spoiled by thieves - but only briefly after police were able to recover items. Picture by Jenny Kingham
Festival fans enjoy some real rockin' fun in the sun on the dance floor
Renee Powell
The Sydney Swing Katz thrilled the crowds throughout the festival, and at the Cooke Park main stage on a big Saturday afternoon of rock 'n' roll dancing. Picture by Jenny Kingham
'They have a big future': Sullivan brothers shake up Parkes Elvis Festival
Brendan McCool
Brothers Kimball (main vocals), Benson (drums) and McKay Sullivan from Cowra performed on the Memphis stage in Festival Boulevard at the Parkes Elvis Festival. Picture by Jenny Kingham
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'It made my whole festival': First Elvis gospel singer invited to sing at service
Christine Little
Almost 80-year-old Ian Harris from Kyabram, near Shepparton, who was the first Elvis gospel singer at the Parkes Elvis Festival Gospel Service in 2003 was honoured to perform on stage at the 30th anniversary of the festival. Picture by Steve Ostini

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