The day will be marked with Dawn Services in Parkes, Alectown, Tullamore, Peak Hill and Bogan Gate and will be followed by the ANZAC Day march, wreath laying, and Commemorative Services mid-morning.

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Parkes Shire Mayor, Cr Ken Keith OAM said Anzac Day is an opportunity to remember all Australians who have served and given their lives for our country.

"It is also a chance to commemorate the Anzac spirit, which encompasses the qualities of courage, mateship, and sacrifice," he said.

"These qualities form a strong part of the Australian identity and continue to be a source of national pride."

This year the Principal Address will be made by special guest, Lieutenant Colonel David Heatley of the Royal Australian Armoured Corps.

David is a former Parkes resident, joining the Australian Army after completing his schooling at Parkes High School in 1982.

He currently serves as the Deputy Director of Army's Test and Evaluation Agency which is a continuation of a career focus on capability development which manages the development and introduction of new equipment into the hands of soldiers.

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Parkes RSL Sub-Branch Secretary, Paul Thomas said locals are invited to join in on Thursday.

"We encourage residents and visitors to attend any of the community commemorative activities across the Parkes Shire, including the Dawn services, Anzac marches, civic ceremonies and wreath laying," he said

The full Parkes Shire 2019 Anzac Day Program is available for download from Council's website, www.parkes.nsw.gov.au.

Hard copies will be distributed on the day.