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Parkes , Central West & Explorer Country |
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04 Sep 12 - 04 Sep 12 (Annual) |
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| The Back Yamma Bigfoot race will be held for its second year. This 25/50/100 kilometre mountain bike race is held in the Back Yamma State Forest near Parkes and Forbes in the Central West of New South Wales.
With no huge mountain climbs ad rarely found fast flowing hilly tracks, mountain bike endurance riders will co |
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Parkes , Central West & Explorer Country |
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13 Oct 12 - 14 Oct 12 () |
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| The Central West Car Club's 8th Annual Charity Show and Shine. To be held at Pioneer Oval, Parkes.
Entry to Show and Shine is open to all motor vehicles and motor bikes. Judging is entrant based; every entrant is a judge with various judging categories. There will be barbecue and refreshments available on location, in |
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Parkes , Central West & Explorer Country |
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13 Oct 12 - 13 Oct 12 (Annual) |
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| This is an annual event with entry to Show 'N' Shine, open to all motor vehicles and motor bikes. On display will be special interest vehicles including antique, classic, modern and hot rod as well as all makes and models from companies such as Holden, Ford, Chrysler, Harley Davidson and more.
Judging is entrant based |
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Parkes , Central West & Explorer Country |
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09 Jan 13 - 13 Jan 13 (Annual) |
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| Its 35 years since Elvis left the building, yet more than 18,000 Elvis fans gathered in the Central NSW town of Parkes to celebrate Elvis Presley's birthday during the 2012 Festival.
Record crowds are expected for the CountryLink Parkes Elvis Festival in 2013.
A five day program of events will feature favourites in |
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Parkes , Central West & Explorer Country |
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30 Mar 13 - 30 Mar 13 (Annual) |
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| *** Latest event details are yet to be confirmed ***
The Annual Australian Marbles Championships is held in Parkes at the Golf Club. Teams consist of four players with registration fees and all proceeds going to charity.
All ladies in a team are entitled to a one marble start.
Although some participants take the eve |
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Parkes , Central West & Explorer Country |
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15 Sep 12 - 16 Sep 12 (Annual) |
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| Players representing over 40 clubs will converge on Parkes for the Parkes Open Golf Tournament.
This is a 27 Hole Golf Championship run in three grades incorporating both scratch and handicap divisions.
The Prelude Event on the Saturday is an open four ball best ball Stableford in scratch and handicap divisions. A |
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Parkes , Central West & Explorer Country |
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27 Sep 12 - 01 Oct 12 (Annual) |
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| The Parkes Country Music Spectacular is held annually on the October Long Weekend. Feature artists and groups entertainment for night time concerts. Two day talent quest with awards night held on the Sunday night. Enjoy family functions, buskers, poets and street concerts. Tickets can be obtained at the functions. A gr |
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Parkes , Central West & Explorer Country |
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29 Sep 12 - 01 Oct 12 (Annual) |
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| The Parkes Antique Motor Club hold an annual motorcycle rally for veteran, vintage and classic motorcycles built before 1964 during the October long weekend. Running for its 36th time, this Rally for Heritage Motorcycles is one of the longest continually running in Australia. The flat country roads and low traffic volu |
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Parkes , Central West & Explorer Country |
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18 Jul 09 - 19 Jul 09 (Once Only) |
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| On 21 July 1969, Apollo 11 astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin Aldrin became the first people to set foot on the surface of the Moon. This remarkable achievement was the realisation of a long held dream of mankind. The television pictures of this historic event were received by the CSIRO Parkes telescope and relayed |
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Parkes , Central West & Explorer Country |
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13 Aug 12 - 13 Aug 12 (Annual) |
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| Elvis Revival Inc. will stage a candlelight vigil just prior to the Anniversary of The King's passing on 16 August 1977.
The candlelight vigil will take place at the Elvis Memorial Wall, located within Kelly Reserve adjacent to Bushmans Dam on the Newell Highway (candles supplied if required - free to attend).
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Parkes , Central West & Explorer Country |
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09 Jun 12 - 10 Jun 12 (Annual) |
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| The Parkes and District Kennel Show is held at the Parkes Showground and is always a great opportunity if you are interested in getting a new dog. Come and have a look at the different breeds and talents of the various dog breeds. The three competitions run over the two days with various categories.
Observers are wel |
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Parkes , Central West & Explorer Country |
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09 Dec 12 - 09 Dec 12 (Annual) |
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| Join in the annual Parkes Christmas Carols that will delight and inspire you into the spirit of Christmas. The carols are enjoyed by all the family so come along and enjoy!
Parkes Shire hosts a range of major festivals, events and sporting championships for the enjoyment of visitors and the local community.
Go to th |
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Parkes , Central West & Explorer Country |
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14 Oct 12 - 14 Oct 12 (Annual) |
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| Established 19 years ago, this Swap meet is one of the premium events of its kind in NSW, an Event not to be missed.
The Parkes Antique Motor Club presents their Annual Super Swap Meet. This event will cater for veteran, vintage, classic, modern, sports cars and motorcycles. This meet also attracts many stall holder |
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Parkes , Central West & Explorer Country |
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09 Jun 12 - 09 Jun 12 (Annual) |
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| Come along and be a part of the fashions, fun and festivities that make the June long weekend in Parkes the social highlight of the year!
At the Parkes Picnic Races will there will be loads of entertainment with a great day of racing, live music, children's entertainment and the popular Fashions on the Field.
The r |
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Parkes , Central West & Explorer Country |
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27 Aug 12 - 29 Aug 12 (Annual) |
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| The Parkes Show is held each August running over three days and two nights with plenty of entertainment, side shows and trade stands along with a spectacular fireworks display that can be seen from miles around. The event also features four days of horse events as well as exhibits of sheep, cattle, birds and poultry.
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Parkes , Central West & Explorer Country |
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21 Aug 12 - 22 Aug 12 (Annual) |
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| Peak Hill Agricultural Show offers two days of ring events, cattle and horse events and judging, side show alley, dog show, spectacular fireworks display and pavilion exhibits, presentation of the Showgirl competition plus much more. Come and enjoy a day out at a Country Show. This event is one for the social calendar |
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Parkes , Central West & Explorer Country |
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14 Aug 12 - 15 Aug 12 (Annual) |
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| The Trundle Agricultural Show offers two days of ring events with horse and cattle events and judging, pavilion exhibits, presentation of Miss Showgirl, the side show alley and more.
Come and enjoy a day out and have a true country experience at the Trundle Show. This event is one for the social calendar. |
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