History Week 2017 – Library Display
The beginning of September brings several things to residents of the Parkes Shire: the end of all the local shows; the beginning of spring and a History Week display in … Continue reading
October 3, 2017 · Leave a comment
A look back… at the winter of 1932
This post will continue to highlight a particular time in the vast history of the Parkes Shire, focusing on the winter of 1932. A comparison of newspapers – then and … Continue reading
June 27, 2017 · Leave a comment
Pioneer Memorial Oval – 1990s to Present
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 19, 2015 · Leave a comment
History Parkes 