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Lithgow City Council
A large Central West council on the western edge of the Greater Blue Mountains — around 20,700 people across Lithgow, Portland, Wallerawang and surrounding villages, in a former coal and power-station district now diversifying its economy. The council runs the local services you use every week — waste, roads, water, libraries, parks, development — and sets your rates. Here's the snapshot, then the stuff that affects your week.
Everyday essentials
The things people actually need from the council — fast.
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See all →Things Lithgow City Council wants your say on right now. Your view counts for more before the deadline.
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Safer Cities Lithgow 2026
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Proposed road naming - Karoo Drive, Meadow Flat
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Proposed Transfer of a section of Tooral Street Glen Davis
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Get to know your council
The basics, in one tap — open any card for key facts and a link to the official source.
This year's rate rise, how it compares across NSW, and why bills differ.
2025–26 rate peg: 4.1%
Open →Budget & financesHow financially healthy the council is, measured against official benchmarks.
Meets 8 of 9 OLG financial benchmarks
Open →Crime & safetyLithgow's recorded crime rates, side by side with the NSW average.
3 of 12 major offences below the NSW rate
Open →Mayor & councillorsWho represents you — and where to read their official profiles.
Mayor: Cass Coleman
Open →Elections & votingWhen the next council election is, and how voting works.
Next election: Sat 9 Sep 2028
Open →Contact & servicesHow to reach the council and report a problem.
Customer service: (02) 6354 9999
Open →City profileThe basics: how many people live here, how big the area is.
Population: ~20,700 (2023–24)
Open →What's happening
33 updatesAuto-collected from Lithgow City Council's public channels and drafted in plain language (pending review).
- Have your say
Proposal to rename the Civic Ballroom
Proposal to rename Civic Ballroom - William "Bill" Ashley Civic Ballroom At its meeting held on 28 August, Lithgow City Council considered a report on the proposed renaming of the Bill Ashley Grandstand to "Barry Rushworth Grandstand". In response to community sentiment it was resolved THAT: Council note the summary of survey responses provided in the report.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
- Development
Development Proposal - DA139/26
Development Proposal - DA139/26 Dwelling at LOT 11 DP 869406 - Huntingdale Road GLEN ALICE NSW 2849 Council is in receipt of a development application for a Dwelling at LOT 11 DP 869406 - Huntingdale Road GLEN ALICE NSW 2849 The application and plans are on display for a period of 28 days until 6 December 2026, to assist you in this matter if you wish to make a written submission.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Lithgow Positioned to Benefit from Western Sydney Airport
Published on 27 October 2026 Lithgow Mayor Cassandra Coleman has welcomed the start of passenger services at Western Sydney International Airport, calling it a major opportunity for the Lithgow region.
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Hartley Vale Road – Overnight Closures - 4 - 5 November 2026
Published on 23 October 2026 Hartley Vale Road will be fully closed from 7:00pm Wednesday 4 November through to 5:30am Thursday 5 November so concrete trucks and pumping equipment can safely carry out shotcrete work.
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Road works to commence on Cooerwull Road
Published on 21 October 2026 Cooerwull Road, Bowenfels will be closed between the Great Western Highway and Fullagar Avenue from Monday 26th October between the hours of 7. 30am and 4.
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Future Jobs &Investment legislation, critical step for greater Lithgow
Published on 21 October 2026 Council has welcomed the passage of the NSW Government's Future Jobs and Investment Bill. It is an important step towards supporting our community as we navigate the energy change and prepare for future employment and investment opportunities.
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- Development
Development Proposal - DA170/26
Lithgow Workies Club, Tank Street, Lithgow Council is in receipt of a development application for proposed motel extensions, alterations and additions to the existing motel and associated car parking / infrastructure to the Lithgow Workies Club.
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Lithgow businesses invited to embrace AI and digital growth
Published on 16 October 2026 Lithgow City Council invites local business owners to a free workshop on artificial intelligence, branding, and digital growth as part of the Lithgow Emerging Economy Plan (LEEP) program.
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- Development
Development Proposal - DA147/26
Lot 100 DP 1029666 - 4 Col Drewe Drive SOUTH BOWENFELS NSW 2790 Council is in receipt of a development application for a proposed Co-Living and Retail Development - Lot 100 DP 1029666 - 4 Col Drewe Drive SOUTH BOWENFELS NSW 2790. The application and plans are on display for a period of 28 days until 13 November 2026, to assist you in this matter if you wish to make a written submission.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Local Area Traffic Management Plans
Council is developing a Local Area Traffic Management Plans (LATMP) to help make the area safer, more accessible, and better prepared for the future. The plans aim to improve road safety, enhance walking and cycling connections, and ensure the local transport network meets the needs and expectations of the community as it grows.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Changed Traffic Conditions in Lithgow from Sunday 18 October
Published on 13 October 2026 Changed traffic conditions in Lithgow from Sunday 18 October Transport for NSW will be carrying out utility service investigations in preparation for upcoming asphalt works on Main Street, Lithgow Street, Mort Street and Chifley Road while Victoria Pass remains closed for urgent repairs. Work will take place overnight from Sunday 18 October, between 8pm and 5am, for approximately three nights.
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- Development
Proposed Development Fees - 2026/27
At the ordinary meeting of Council on 28 September 2026 Council resolved Minute No. 26-185 to place the proposed Development Fees – 2026/27 on public exhibition for a period of 28 days.
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- Development
Development Proposal - DA126/26
Lot 21 DP 1134404 - Old Portland District Hospital 27 Kiln Street (Burton Street) Portland NSW 2847 Council is in receipt of a development application to repurpose the former Portland Hospital site through the creation of commercial use, including: a medical centre, a childcare centre, a café, a laundromat and a co-living residential development.
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- Development
Development Proposal - DA145-26
Proposed living legacy forest – 504 Pipers Flat Road, Wallerawang (Lot 1 DP1041104, Lot 161 DP751651 and Lot 19 DP751651) Council is in receipt of a development application for the establishment of a living legacy forest, comprising low-impact recreational landscape garden, the adaptive reuse of the existing dwelling to create an ancillary place of assembly supported by a pavilion.
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- Policy
Road Closure/Detours Monday 12 and Tuesday 13 October
Published on 25 September 2026 Due to expected increases in traffic volumes, the following roads will be closed and detours in place on Monday 5th, Monday 12, and Tuesday 13th October; Cooerwull Road, George Coates Avenue, James Street and Gas Works Lane.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
- Event
Spring School Holiday Guide September 2026
Published on 23 September 2026 So many exciting things to see and do during the Spring School Holidays across our Seven Valleys. Arts, crafts and games at our Libraries or visit Eskbank House Museum.
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- Development
Development Proposal - DA129-26
Proposed demolition of existing shed and construct a detached shed - Lot 22 Sec 8 DP 5806 - 60 Wallerawang Road Portland NSW 2847 Council is in receipt of a development application for demolition of existing shed and con
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Lithgow Workforce Skills Survey
Lithgow Workforce Employer Survey This survey is being conducted to allow local education providers to understand how to frame course content for local delivery and build an evidence base for workforce skills requirements and future demand in Lithgow.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
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Mayor calls for regional councils to share in battery benefits
Published on 03 September 2026 Lithgow Mayor Cassandra Coleman is calling on the Federal Government to expand battery support to regional councils, so council-owned community facilities can reduce power costs and maintain affordable services for residents.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
- Policy
Join the Conversation - Help shape Lithgow Towards 2050
Published on 26 August 2026 Share your ideas on how we can make the Lithgow LGA and our Seven Valleys an even more enjoyable place to live, work and play.
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Help shape more welcoming public spaces in Lithgow
Published on 28 August 2026 Lithgow City Council was successful in its application for a $1 million grant through Transport for NSW’s Safer Cities: Her Way 2 program to support improvements that help women, girls and gender diverse people feel safer, more comfortable and more confident in Lithgow’s town centre.
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- Development
Development Proposal - DA114/25
Proposed manufactured dwelling Council is in receipt of a development application DA114/25 – Proposed manufactured dwelling - Lot 370 DP 751651 - Castlereagh Highway Blackmans Flat NSW 2790 The application and plans are on display for a period of 28 days until 13 October 2026, to assist you in this matter if you wish to make a written submission.
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- Development
Development Proposal - DA121/26
Proposed club room (manufactured building) and retaining walls Council is in receipt of a development application for a proposed club room (manufactured building) and retaining walls.
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Safer Cities Lithgow 2026
Help Shape a More Welcoming Lithgow Improving perpections of safety between Lithgow Railway Station and Main Street... We are partnering with Transport for NSW through the Safer Cities: Her Way 2 program to improve feelings of safety between Lithgow Railway Station and Main Street.
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Towards 2050 - Community Strategic Plan
We a re review ing the Community Strategic Plan ( CSP ), our long-term plan for Lithgow Local Government Area's (LGA) future. The CSP belongs to everyone who lives, works, learns and invests in the Lithgow Local Government Area.
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Proposed road naming - Karoo Drive, Meadow Flat
Council has received a submission to name the Old Great Western Highway at Meadow Flat to "Karoo Drive". The proposed name complies with the Geographical Names Board criteria for road naming, and is acceptable for gazettal by the Geographical Names Board if approved by Council.
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Proposed Transfer of a section of Tooral Street Glen Davis
National Parks and Wildlife Services (NPWS) have identified that a section of Tooral Street, Glen Davis, from Yarool Street to the end (shown in red below) is suitable for incorporating into Wollemi National Park (NP). The road is unformed but includes part of the Pipeline Track, a trail currently used to access Wollemi NP.
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- Event
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Source: Lithgow City Council — Events
- Policy
2026/27 Operational Plan
Lithgow City Council has endorsed the Draft 2026/27 Operational Plan and is inviting the community to provide feedback on the projects and programs to be undertaken in 2026/27 financial year. .
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- Have your say
Wolgan Road Reconstruction
Lithgow City Council understands the significant impact the Wolgan Road closure has had on residents, businesses and the broader Wolgan Valley community. Over recent months, Council has listened carefully to community feedback and continued discussions with local Aboriginal Knowledge Holders about the future of Wolgan Road.
What this means for you: Open the source to see the details and any deadline to respond.
- Development
Wallerawang Power Station redevelopment fast-tracked by NSW Government
The NSW Government agreed to fast-track Greenspot's planning proposal for the former Wallerawang coal-fired power station under the State Significant Rezoning Policy, aiming to rezone the 620-hectare site for employment, housing, tourism and recreation.
What this means for you: If the rezoning proceeds (a NSW Government planning process, not solely a council decision), the closed power-station site west of Lithgow could host new industries, homes and recreation as the area diversifies beyond coal; rezoning was anticipated in the first half of 2026.
Source: Village Voice — Next steps for the old Wallerawang Power Station
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Weekly FOGO green bin added to the kerbside service
From March 2024 the council added a green-lidded FOGO (food and garden organics) bin to the kerbside collection, collected weekly alongside the red general-waste bin, with recycling collected fortnightly.
What this means for you: Households can now put food scraps as well as garden waste in the green bin each week, diverting organics from landfill ahead of the NSW-wide FOGO requirement for all households by 2030.
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IPART approves permanent 45.70% special rate variation for 2023–24
IPART approved Lithgow City Council's application for a permanent one-year special variation lifting its general rates income by 45.70% (including the 3.70% rate peg) in 2023–24, retained permanently in the rate base. The impact varied by category — residential up 27.5%, business up 53.7%, farmland up 27.5% and mining up 134.7%.
What this means for you: The variation raised the base level of rates income the council collects; ordinary annual rate pegs then apply on top of that higher base. How each property's bill changed depended on its rating category and land value.
Source: IPART — Lithgow City Council special variation determination 2023–24
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