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Come along to Lithgow Library for the launch of “Native plants:  Hassans Walls Reserve and Lithgow Surrounds” on Saturday 15 July 2023 starting at 10.30am. Lithgow And District Community Nursery invites the community to come along to the official launch which...

Lithgow Council reminds residents about how to correctly dispose of ‘Construction and Demolition’ waste. Construction and demolition waste is prohibited at rural landfills and transfer stations and is only accepted at Lithgow Solid Waste Facility. Fees apply for the...

Lithgow Council will soon commence a staged program of replacing Robinia “mop top” street trees throughout Lithgow, Wallerawang and Portland. “I am so passionate about improving the image of our region, but also reducing maintenance needs across all services,” said...

Fabulous is the only word that describes the NAIDOC Week celebration at Lithgow Library on Wednesday 5 July with one of the biggest Storytime events held at the Library in some time. Around 80 people aged from babies to grandparents enjoyed the NAIDOC Week Storytime...

As part of National NAIDOC week celebrations Lithgow Council organised a flag raising ceremony and morning tea on Tuesday 4 July with a number of Aboriginal people and agencies represented.  The flag raising event was an opportunity for Council to learn about...

Providing access to information from around the world is one of the key services that libraries provide. Now access to global news just got easier at Lithgow City Council libraries with a new subscription to Global Newsbank. Library members will have FREE access to...

The Lithgow Waste 2 Art local competition and exhibition draws to a close this Saturday 8 July, after a very successful program of events and activities including, workshops, artists talks, live music and a recycled Waste 2 Art Fashion Parade. This year say a record...

Plastic Free July started in Australia and is now a global movement helping people to be part of the solution to the problem of plastic pollution. Plastic Free July doesn’t require people to be completely plastic free during July but only asks that they challenge...

A new exhibition showcasing a selection from Lithgow City Council’s art collection will be open to the public to enjoy for free at the Seven Valleys Visitors Information Centre gallery from Saturday 1 July 2023. The exhibition reveals some hidden gems from Council’s...

Lithgow City Council Library is excited to be expanding its school holiday program. A FREE youth lock-in game night will be held on Friday 14 July from 6.00pm-8.00pm! The library has been listening to feedback from local youth and in response will be hosting this...

If you go out to the Lithgow Library on Monday 10 July from 2.00pm you’ll be sure of a big surprise because the teddy bears will be having a teddy bear picnic and sleepover in the Library! Lithgow Library is inviting teddy bears and their special human friends, to...

Lithgow Council is encouraging people who disagree with their revised land valuations to consider lodging an objection. The NSW Government’s Valuer General recently issued 1 July 2022 valuations for all properties. This re-valuation process is undertaken each three...

Council advises that the water supply in the area of Great Western Highway, Lithgow may be affected due to a water mains break. Council is undertaking emergency repairs on the reticulation network that services Great Western Highway, Lithgow. Residents in this area of...

Lithgow Council has endorsed its 2023/24 Operational Plan which includes a significant increase to the major works that will be delivered next year. The Mayor Maree Statham said, “The Council last night approved an ambitious and unprecedented program of major works...

On Wednesday 5 July at 10.30am, Lithgow City Council Library is excited to be celebrating NAIDOC week with a special Storytime hosted by Lithgow and District Wiradjuri Corporation, Barrinang. NAIDOC week is important because it invites people to celebrate the history,...

The very successful Waste 2 Art exhibition is continuing at Lithgow Library during the school holidays, and in conjunction with textile artist Jennifer Channing, a sewing workshop will be held on Monday 3 July 2023 from 11.00am to 1.00pm.  Lithgow Library invites...

This week the Lithgow City Council Mayor, Councillor Maree Statham, met with the Board and senior leadership team of EnergyAustralia, who were in Lithgow. Several representatives of community organisations and local indigenous people were also in attendance. The Mayor...

Lithgow City Council is bringing the community's attention to their opportunity to shape the future of the city. The draft Lithgow Emerging Economy Plan (also known as the LEEP) is in its final form and is available to the community for review and comment. An...

The NSW Electoral Commission has today completed the countback to determine the person who will fill the vacant councillor role on Lithgow City Council. The result will see Steve Ring return to the Council. The Mayor, Councillor Maree Statham said, “The countback...

Lithgow Council’s final Bulky Waste Collection of the year is scheduled for 17 July 2023. Council WILL collect: White goods Mattresses (max 2) E-waste (computers and electrical items) Furniture items Tyres (max 5) Carpet rolls Garden furniture Other smaller items if...

Two garden events are being held to mark the completion of the Eskbank House and Museum Heritage Garden Project. The events are funded by a NSW Government grant in the aftermath of the Gospers Mountain bushfire of 2019/2020. The first of the events, will be led by...

Council advises that the water supply in Suvla Street and surrounding area may be affected due to a water mains break. Council is currently working on the break but cannot advise a time for the completion of repairs. Upon return to normal service, residents may...

Lithgow Council has corrected mis-statements that are being circulated about the impact on most landowners from a proposed increase in land rates. The Council’s General Manager, Craig Butler said, “The NSW Government’s IPART has approved the Council’s application to...

To live without the fear of war, to have your basic human rights upheld, to live in equality and without the fear of persecution – these are just some of the examples of what freedom can entail. Lithgow offers that and more. Refugee Week will be held from 18 to 24...

Council advises that the water supply in the area of Landa Street, Lithgow may be affected due to a water mains break. Council is undertaking emergency repairs on the water network that services the above area and residents may experience a reduction in water pressure...

Lithgow City Council Mayor, Maree Statham has expressed extreme disappointment with the news that the Emirates One and Only Resort in the Wolgan Valley is to close for the fore-seeable future. The Mayor commented, “This closure will impact local workers and...

Lithgow Council’s kerbside waste and recycling collections will occur as normal for the King’s Birthday (formerly Queen’s Birthday) Public Holiday on Monday 12 June 2023. Residents should put their bins out as usual on their collection day. 

Lithgow City Orchestra will be playing live in the Lithgow Library on Saturday 24 June from 10.00am till 11.00am. This popular local orchestra is again looking forward to entertaining Library visitors, so why not pop in and enjoy the warm surroundings and listen to a...

Lithgow City Council has opened a new two-lane concrete bridge, crossing Coco Creek on Glen Davis Road, to all traffic. Coco Creek bridge is the third and last bridge on Glen Davis Road to be replaced as part of a program to increase safety and fire resistance of the...