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Some of the images of November 1953 from Parkes and around the world. Clockwise from top left: Hungary and England walk out at Wembley on 25 November 1953. England lose at home for the first time 6-3 in what is now known as the Match of the Century; Dean Martin's "That's Amore" - now a signature song of his - first debuted in 1953 and was one of the most popular singles for the year; the Douglas D-558-2 Skyrocket, piloted by Scott Crossfield, becomes the first manned aircraft to reach Mach 2 on November 20; "The Robe" was one of the most popular films of 1953, earning an estimated $32 million worldwide; a local advertisement for pre-cut homes in 5 designs by local builders Vanderfield & Reid; a selection of women's fashion for 1953; Melbourne Cup winning jockey, Jack Purtell, watches on as Governor-General William Slim makes the presentation; November 9 saw the death of Welsh poet and author, Dylan Thomas; and one of the Parkes department stores, McGlynn's, advertising their new Toyland - just seven weeks before Christmas!

A Look Back At…. November 1953

Some of the images of November 1953 from Parkes and around the world. Clockwise from top left: Hungary and England walk out at Wembley on 25 November 1953. England lose … Continue reading →

July 31, 2018 · 1 Comment
Town sign welcoming all to Bogan Gate. Photograph taken by ksuyin and found on http://www.flickriver.com/places/Australia/New+South+Wales/Bogan+Gate/recent/

Bogan Gate: Australian history merges in unique moment!

The Boer War. Bush poetry. The sport of polo. All three have links to Australian history. All three also merge together uniquely in one point of time in the country … Continue reading →

March 10, 2017 · 4 Comments
Brett Finch, former NRL star, playing for Peak Hill Roosters. Source: Parkes Champion Post Friday April 22, 2016 page 25

1970 The Peak Hill Roosters fly high!

History is amazing, and yet incredible stories and achievements can become so quickly forgotten. Our aim at Parkes Library is to continue to bring the amazing history of the Parkes … Continue reading →

February 17, 2017 · Leave a comment
Stephen competing at his third and final Olympic Games, in Sydney 2000. Photo courtesy of John and Brenda Davies

Stephen Davies – the “Maradona” of Hockey!

With the upcoming Summer Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, the Parkes Library history blog will focus on Olympians from the Parkes Shire. Each post will provide a snapshot of … Continue reading →

July 14, 2016 · Leave a comment
Sign for Berryman Park, Trundle. Photograph by Sandie Ward (Parkes Shire Library) taken on March 11, 2016

Berryman Park, Trundle

In our continuing series looking at the stories behind the names of the sporting fields and parks in the Parkes Shire, historyparkes.org puts the spotlight on Berryman Park in Trundle. … Continue reading →

March 11, 2016 · Leave a comment
Photograph of signage at Lindner Oval, Peak Hill. Photograph by Sandie Ward (Parkes Shire Library) taken on February 10th, 2016. In the background are the changing sheds and canteen amenities buildings.

Lindner Oval, Peak Hill

Bill Lindner – Peak Hill’s hardworking property developer The premier sporting field in Peak Hill – Lindner Oval – is named after one of the prominent businessmen in Peak Hill. William … Continue reading →

February 26, 2016 · Leave a comment

Pioneer Memorial Oval – 1970s and 1980s

Today Pioneer Oval is the home of the Parkes Spacemen – the Shire’s representative team in Country Rugby League (CRL) Group 11. However the land known as Pioneer Oval has had … Continue reading →

November 17, 2015 · Leave a comment
The entrance to Pioneer Oval

People’s Park/Pioneer Memorial Oval – Early Days to 1940s

Today Pioneer Oval is the home of the Parkes Spacemen – the Shire’s representative team in Country Rugby League (CRL) Group 11. However the land known as Pioneer Oval has had … Continue reading →

August 26, 2015 · Leave a comment
Harrison Park - the soccer fields were named after Ron Harrison

Discovering the stories behind the Parks & Sporting Fields of the Parkes Shire

Within the Parkes Shire there are a plethora of parks, gardens and sporting fields. The history of each park is interesting and unique – whether it was named after a former … Continue reading →

June 29, 2015 · 1 Comment

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