Parkes is a regional town in central NSW, famous for the Parkes Radio Telescope (“The Dish”) and its annual Elvis Festival. The town serves as a significant transport and agricultural hub, with strong economic activity in mining, logistics, and farming.

Contact Details

  • Address: 26 Court Street, Parkes NSW 2870

  • Postal Address: PO Box 63, Parkes NSW 2870

  • Phone: 1300 679 272

  • Fax: (02) 6862 3633

  • Email: local-court-parkes@justice.nsw.gov.au

Court Services & Facilities

  • Registry Services: Filing of documents, general legal inquiries, and case file access.

  • Audio-Visual Link (AVL): Remote testimony options for legal matters.

  • Interpreter Services: Available upon request.

  • Security Screening: All visitors must pass through security checks.

  • Family & Civil Dispute Resolution: Services available for family and minor civil disputes.

Getting to the Court

  • By Train:
    – Parkes Station is a 5-minute walk to the courthouse.

  • By Bus:
    – Local buses stop near the courthouse.

  • By Car:
    – Accessible via Newell Highway.

Parking Information

  • Clarinda Street Public Parking (Free)

  • Cooke Park Parking Area (Free)

  • Clarinda Street Public Parking (Free)

  • Cooke Park Parking Area (Free)

Nearby Legal & Government Services

  • Parkes Police Station: 35 Court Street, Parkes NSW 2870

  • Legal Aid NSW – Parkes Office: 54 Welcome Street, Parkes NSW 2870

Top 5 Crimes in Parkes (According to BOCSAR)

  • Malicious Damage to Property – Graffiti, property destruction.

  • Steal from Motor Vehicle – Car break-ins.

  • Non-Domestic Violence Related Assault – Often linked to alcohol-related incidents.

  • Break and Enter Non-Dwelling – Targeting businesses and storage units.

  • Steal from Retail Store – Shoplifting incidents.

Emergency & Support Services

  • Parkes Health Service: 4 Morrissey Way, Parkes NSW 2870

  • Domestic Violence Support Service: Available through the courthouse.

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