The 11th annual Anzac writing competition organised by Riverina MP Michael McCormack, received more than 900 entries from 47 schools across the electorate. Three of the four winners in the North division are from the Parkes Shire:
Primary winner: Ciane Marks (Year 3) Parkes East Public School.
Highly commended: Amber Roach (Year 5) Bogan Gate Public School.
High School winner: Chloe Amery (Year 8) Parkes Christian School