| Welcome to Lithgow City Council
The Lithgow Local Government Area (LGA) is
a relatively large geographical area located
about 140 kilometres west of the Sydney CBD
and within the eastern part of the Central
West Region. The Lithgow LGA lies almost
wholly within the Wiradjuri Aboriginal nation,
with the Gundungurra nation situated to the
south and the Darug nation to the east.
The Lithgow LGA is made up of one large
urban centre called Lithgow, two townships
called Portland and Wallerawang and
numerous villages, hamlets and rural localities
of varying proximity to Lithgow.
There are about 20 000 people living in the
Lithgow LGA. The Lithgow LGA is currently
classified as an Urban Regional Small LGA.
Council has a vision for the Lithgow area to
be recognised as a desirable place to live and visit and a
viable place in which to invest.
The Lithgow City Council Local Government area consists of 4,551 sq km, and a population of 19,756. |
Vision Statement
The vision statement for the LIthgow Local Government area is for:
“A centre of Regional excellence that:
- Encourages community growth and development
- Contributes to the efficient and effective management of the environment, community and economy for present and future generations.” . >>more
New to Council's website
Water FAQ's - frequently asked questions about the water supply
Community Profile and Community Atlas - Presents results from 2006, 2001, 1996, and 1991 Census >> more
Open Space and Recreational Needs Community Survey - Council would like to hear your views on how parks can be improved >> more
Lithgow Visitors Guide - promoting the Lithgow area as a great place to visit, live or invest... >> more
NSW Home Saver Rebates - These rebates can be sought in addition to those already provided by Council >> more
Government Information Public Access (GIPA) Act - Provides information and links on how to obtain the documents listed in the act >> more
Update on the Sewage Treatment Plant Upgrade Project >> more
Dam Facts - information about Lithgow's water supply dam including current water levels >> more
Green Ideas for home - information sheets to help your home become "greener" >> more
Bells Line Expressway Group Website
The Bells Line Expressway Group have launched a new website to campaign to email NSW Policiticians about the progress of the road and the securing of the corridor. >> more
Open Space and Recreational Needs Community Survey
Sport, recreation and parks are very important to the Lithgow region. For this reason, your Council is undertaking an Open Space and Recreational Needs Study that includes planning for current and future facilities. Your help is needed. We would like to hear your views on how parks can be improved for the residents and visitors. >> more
Lithgow City Council Online Census Profile And Atlas
Lithgow City Council Community Profile includes results from the 2006, 2001, 1996, and 1991 Censuses of Population and Housing.
The profile is designed to inform community groups, investors, business, students and the general public. and is formatted to present the data in simple, clear tables and charts with concise factual commentary.
View Community Profile
View Community Atlas
Learner Driver Supervisor Workshop
Are you helping your learner complete the 120 hours?
The RTA and Lithgow City Council has set up free two hour workshops that will help parents in supervising learner drivers.
These workshops will offer practical advice on how to help your learner driver become a safer driver.
Lithgow City Council will be conducting the next free parent workshop at the Lithgow Workmens Club on Wednesday September 8 at 6.30pm.
Bookings are essential so phone (02) 63 54 9999 now to reserve your place.
Level 4 Water Restrictions are now in place for residents of Lithgow City Council Local Government Area. For garden watering, this means Sprinklers, hand held hoses and micro-systems can be used 4 hrs a day on Odd dates for Odd numbered houses and on Even dates on Even numbered houses system. Summer time hours are between 6am and 8am in the morning and 5pm to 7pm in the evening. >>more
Public Complaints Line for Environmental Licenced Premises
Council’s complaints telephone line for the following premises which hold an Environment Protection Licence is 6354 9999:
- Oakey Park Water Treatment Plant
- Lithgow Sewage Treatment Plant
- Portland Sewage Treatment Plant
- Wallerawang Sewage Treatment Plant
- Lithgow Solid Waste Facility
- Portland Garbage Depot.
This telephone line is for the purpose of receiving any complaints from members of the public in relation to the activities conducted at the premises and can be used for the reporting of sewer overflows.
Management Plan 2010/11
The Lithgow City Council 2010/11 – 2013/14 Management Plan was adopted by Council at its
Ordinary Meeting held on 21 June 2010 (Minute No. 10-245 )>>more
The Weather Report 6th Edition
The Weather Report is designed to help explore the science behind human induced climate change. This 6th edition will provide details of the recent findings of the South Eastern Australia Climate Initiative and a discussion of the Renewable Energy Target recently past by the Senate. >>more
Rainwater Tank & Domestic Appliances Rebate Program
Council has introduced rebate programs to assist people with the costs of installing water tanks and 4 star rated appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines >>more
Development proposals and donations or gifts
The political donation disclosure laws commenced on 1 October 2008.
The Local Government and Planning Legislation Amendment (Political Donations) Act 2008 requires the public disclosure of donations or gifts when lodging or commenting on development proposals. This law is designed to improve the transparency of the planning system. >>more
1300 661 303
Now all residents within the Lithgow City Council Local Government Area can call Council from a fixed telephone for the cost of a local call. This does not apply to mobile phones.
Promoting Better Practice Review Report
The report from the Local Government Reform Program was presented to Council at its meeting on 16th July 2007. The report is provided for download in PDF format and will require Acrobat reader to view.
Download Promoting Better Practice Review Report - Lithgow City Council June 2007
Strategic Plan
The strategic plan for LIthgow City Council was adopted at the Council meeting on 18 June 2007. The Strategic Plan is the first long-term plan to be developed by Lithgow City Council in collaboration and consultation with the community and government. >>more
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