| 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
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 inforamton and links on how to obtain the documents listed in the act >> more
Ageing Strategy Community Survey - To respond to the challenges posed by an ageing population.. >> more
Local Government Week Activity - My town 2021
Update on the Sewage Treatment Plant Upgrade Project >> more
Agricultural Chemical Waste Collection in June >> 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
Lithgow Visitors Guide - promoting the Lithgow area as a great place to visit, live or invest... >> more
Lithgow City Council Online Census Profile And Atlas
Online Census Profile
Online Census Atlas
Lithgow Ageing Strategy Survey
As many members of the community will probably know, the population of Lithgow, in common with much of Australia, is ageing. To respond to the challenges posed by an ageing population, Lithgow City Council is currently developing an Ageing Strategy for our local government area.
To assist with development of the Ageing Strategy, Council is interested in hearing the views of older people on their current and future needs. A community survey has therefore been developed which Council hopes you may be able to take a little time to complete. This will greatly assist Council in developing an Ageing Strategy that is relevant to the needs of older people across Lithgow Local Government Area. >> more
Urban Sustainability Household Survey
Lithgow City Council launched its Urban Sustainability Project with a survey of environmental behaviour. Aimed at those living in urban areas, the survey asks questions about recycling, composting and gardening, shopping, water and energy use, heating, hot water, insulation and transport.>> more
$3.28 Million for Lithgow Sporting and Cultural Precinct
Infrastructure Minister Anthony Albanese and Member for Macquarie Bob Debus, today announced the Rudd Labor Government would offer up to $3.28 million towards the upgrade of the Lithgow Sporting and Cultural Precinct. >> more
Level 4 Water Restrictions are now in place for residents of Lithgow and Marrangaroo. 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.
Level Five Water Restrictions still apply to all consumers using the Fish River Water supply. This includes Portland, Wallerawang, Cullen Bullen and Glen Davis. For garden watering, this means sprinklers, hand held hoses & and systems connected to reticulated supply are prohibited. Unless an alternative water supply is available – like a bore or dedicated rainwater tank – gardens can be watered by bucket only. Filling and topping up of domestic pools is prohibited. Vehicles can be washed by bucket only.
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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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