Australian fans enjoy Elvis Presley festival in Parkes

Thousands of Elvis Presley fans have descended on a town in New South Wales in Australia for an annual five-day festival dedicated to the King of Rock 'n' Roll.

The celebrations in Parkes coincided with what would have been the star's 81st birthday - and included an Elvis-themed gospel service and turns from tribute artists.

The Mayor of Parkes, Ken Keith, said "enormous" crowds from all around the world had enjoyed the event.