One of the questions we're often asked about Parkes is "can you buy a good coffee?" - The answer is yes!

That said there are other, less critical details worth mentioning.

Located in central New South Wales, Parkes is four hours drive from Sydney, three from Canberra and about an hour from Orange or Dubbo. The 15,000 residents enjoy country living with the shopping and amentities of a major centre.

Retailers include Target, Big W, Coles, Woolworths and The Reject Shop plus a host of boutiques and specialty stores, cinema, restaurants and cafes. Families have a range of child-care and school options while health services include hospital, physiotherapists, medical and dental practitioners.

In recent years a growing number of businesses, attracted by Parkes' strategic positon, are locating in the area. The mining and rural sectors are amoung the largest local employers.

Residents here in Parkes can achieve home ownership at a fraction of the cost of their city counterparts, while the strong rental market makes Parkes an attractive place for property investment.

If you're coming to Parkes, give us a call at Anderson First National Real Estate. We'd be happy to show you around.

For more information about living in Parkes, visit the Parkes Shire Council website.