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 a small rural 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 3 517 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

Public Exhibition of Draft Management Plan

The Draft Management Plan is on public exhibition for a period of 37 days from 10 April until 4.30pm on 21 May 2008 and is available for viewing at Council's Administration Centre, Lithgow Library Learning Centre, Portland Library , Wallerawang Library, Rydal Library and website >>more

Keep it Local

The NSW Government is introducing new State pro-Developer Laws that are tipping the balance away from local communities towards developers.

The laws will not only drastically reduce funding for services like libraries, parks and playgrounds but also take away your right to have a say in local developments that affect you.

The new laws haven’t been approved so NOW is the time to help fight the State’s pro-Developer Laws by emailing your local MP.

Help tip the balance back in favour of local communities by emailing your local MP here http://www.keepitlocal.org.au

Under these changes, essential funding for services will be lost. These include childcare, libraries, local roads, sports grounds and parks. This will lower the standard of many services and may force councils to raise the revenue elsewhere by increasing rates and the cost of services and parking.

Help tip the balance back in favour of local communities here http://www.keepitlocal.org.au

Under the new laws, private companies will now be able to approve residential developments. These companies will not need to notify you and your avenues to object will be lost. The first you will know of your neighbour’s major renovation is when the builders arrive at 7am with the jackhammers! Once your sunshine and views are gone it’s too late.

The time to act is now because we still have the opportunity to stop the State’s pro-Developer Laws!

Help tip the balance back in favour of local communities by sending an email to your local MP here http://www.keepitlocal.org.au

Changes to Ordinary and Committee Meetings schedule

At Council's Ordinary Meeting of 21st April 2008, Council resolved to change the dates and times for it's meetings for the remainder of 2008 >>more

Becoming a Councillor

The ‘Becoming a Councillor’ publication contains information for people considering standing for election at the upcoming local government elections to be held on 13 September 2008. It gives an overview of local government in NSW and outlines what a councillor’s role is, what support is available for councillors and how to nominate as a candidate for local government election. The publication was jointly developed by the Department of Local Government and the Local Government and Shires Associations of NSW. >> download publication

Interruption to Water Supply

A water main cleaning program is scheduled for the Lidsdale area between 14/04/2008 to the 17/04/2008. During this time it will be necessary to shut off supplies between the hours of 9.00am to 4.00pm to a number of streets including Duncan Street, Wolgan Road, Skelly Road, Masons Lane, Maddox Lane, Neubeck Street, Ian Holt Drive, Castlereagh Highway, View Street and Noon Street Blackmans Flat. It is envisaged that this cleaning program will improve water quality to residents particularly in relation to the incidences of dirty water.

Staff Awards for Long Service with Lithgow City Council

Lithgow City Council has recently held an awards ceremony to acknowledge the service of staff who have worked for Council for over 10 years. photos >>

Local bushfire knowledge sought for new risk plan

The knowledge and opinions of local people about bushfires in the Lithgow area will form the cornerstone of a new Bush Fire Risk Management Plan. >>more

Land Tax Information

If you own an investment property (including vacant land, a house, unit or flat) or a holiday home in NSW with a land value of more than $359,000 you need to register with the NSW Office of State Revenue (OSR). All property owners who may be liable for land tax must register by 31 March 2008 to avoid being charged penalties or interest.
For more information visit the OSR website www.osr.nsw.gov.au/

Local Government Elections Bulletin

The Electoral Commission NSW has issued the following bulletin relating to the upcoming Local Government Elections.. >>more

The Weather Report

Presented by the Centrocs "Thats a good idea", the Weather Report is designed to help explore the science behind human induced climate change. This first edition will focus on some definitions needed to work with and understand climate change. >>more

Annual Report 2006/07 and State of the Environment Report 2006/07

The Annual Report and State of the Environment Reports for 2006/07 are available to download.

Download Annual Report 2006/07
Download State of the Environment Report 2006/07

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

Changes to Water Restrictions

Lithgow City Council wishes to advise that Level 3 Water Restrictions are applicable across the local government area for residential water consumers. >>more

Fluoride

Following a presentation by the Department of Health regarding water fluoridation, Council has resolved to exhibit information relating to fluoride. Information can be obtained at Council's administration office and at the libraries. More information has been included on this website >> more