Parkes Shire Council and Evolution Mining Northparkes Operations are pleased to announce the successful applicants from Round 2 of the 2025 Parkes Shire Sports Grants Program.
In this round, a total of $30,000 in funding has been distributed to seven local sporting organisations, and $5,000 has been awarded to seven outstanding young athletes through the Rising Star Grant Program.
Mayor of Parkes Shire Neil Westcott congratulated the recipients and acknowledged the important role these programs play in supporting the growth of sport and recreation across the Parkes Shire.
"Our community has such a strong sporting spirit, and these grants help keep that alive by supporting participation, improving facilities, and helping young athletes reach their potential," Mayor Neil Westcott said.
"We're proud to continue working alongside Evolution Mining Northparkes Operations to deliver programs that strengthen our clubs, encourage healthy lifestyles, and invest in the next generation of local talent."
Round 2 - 2025 Sporting Organisation Grant Recipients
Organisation |
Project Title |
Type |
Amount |
Parkes & District Amateur Soccer Association Inc. |
Provide quality match balls to support safe and enjoyable play |
Participation |
$1,000 |
Parkes & District Netball Association Inc. |
Provide vital sports equipment including balls, posts and pads to support local competitions |
Participation |
$3,500 |
Parkes & District Netball Association Inc. |
Construct a Netball Rebound Training Wall to enhance skills and confidence |
Facilities |
$4,500 |
Parkes Australian Rules Football Club |
Install a ball net at Northparkes Oval to improve safety and retain equipment |
Facilities |
$6,000 |
Parkes District Cricket Association |
Purchase cricket balls and wicket covers to support local and representative matches |
Participation |
$5,000 |
Parkes Tennis Club |
Purchase new coaching and competition equipment to support lessons, clinics and programs |
Participation |
$5,500 |
Peak Hill Roosters Rugby League Football Club |
Purchase a storage container to safely store club equipment |
Facilities |
$4,500 |
Round 2 - 2025 Rising Star Grant Recipients
Recipient |
Sport |
Amount |
Noah Jayet |
Golf |
$400 |
Sienna Eve Taylor |
Performing Arts – Dance |
$1,500 |
Tori Bennett |
Equestrian |
$400 |
Emanual Townsend |
Karate |
$400 |
Joselyne Folau |
Rugby Union |
$400 |
Harlen Corney |
Athletics |
$1,500 |
Malia Morrison |
Rugby League |
$400 |
The Rising Star Grant Program is a joint initiative between Evolution Mining Northparkes Operations and Parkes Shire Council, providing financial support to individual athletes who demonstrate potential and commitment in their chosen field. Each recipient is also automatically entered into the Parkes Shire Australia Day Sports Awards, where one will receive the Ron Harrison OAM Rising Star Award.
