This week Councillors had the opportunity to inspect the progress on the construction of the new reservoir on Nash Street for the new Recycled Water Scheme (RWS).
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Contractors completed the final concrete pour, with works on the RWS expected to be complete by July.
This weekend the Clarinda Street and Victoria Street intersection will be closed to allow for the construction of the Recycled Water purple pipeline.
Detours will be in place on Saturday, March 30, 7am - 5pm and Sunday, March 31, 8am - 3pm.
The pipeline works will move down Victoria Street towards the Newell Highway next week.
Farmers and producers are invited to attend a Farmers Forum on Wednesday, April 10, to discuss the potential of establishing a cooperative hay and fodder buying group for the Shire.
Attendees have the opportunity to hear from the DRC and participate in an open floor discussion regarding a collaborative approach to drought relief.
For more information, contact the Parkes Shire Drought Response Officer, Roger Kitson on 0428 868 200 or dro@ncentral.org.au.
Council's Biosecurity Officers are currently targeting Noogoora Burr and Bathurst Burr around the Parkes Shire.
If you have seen those particular weeds around the Parkes Shire, we encourage you to contact our Biosecurity Officers on (02) 6861 2343.
Work commenced this week on the rejuvenation of Peak Hill's main street, following the completion of the preliminary works.
This project will include new rubber blisters to replace old broken concrete footings, new plantings at the pedestrian crossing to beautify the area and awning inspections of shop frontages throughout Caswell Street.
This project has a high level of community support, being identified in the Peak Hill Community Strategic Plan developed in consultation with local community members.
Regular project updates will be provided on Council's website, www.parkes.nsw.gov.au.
The project is co-funded by Council and the State Government's Stronger Country Communities Fund.
Residents can now pay their Rates Notice at the Post Office.
Payments can be made in-store at any Australia Post, online at auspost.com.au, by phone (13 18 16) or via the Auspost app.
Australia Post Pay replaces the WESTPAC bank payment option.
Barcoded details are on the bottom of your rates and water notices.
Australia Post Pay is in addition to Council's various other payment options, including BPAY, online through the MyParkes Portal, Direct Debit and in person at Council's Administration Office.
For more information, visit www.parkes.nsw.gov.au.
Have a safe and enjoyable weekend.
Cr Ken Keith OAM
Mayor of Parkes Shire
