Parkes in the New South Wales Central West is being inundated by Elvis fans for the annual festival.

Celebrating it’s 31st year, people from all over the country travel to the small town, to celebrate the King of Rock.

More than 25 thousand people are flocking to the region and expected to bring more than 15 million dollars to the community

Rural reporter Georgia Kondek spoke with Parkes Mayor Neil Westcott about how the event is a major boost for the town:

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