Next Ordinary Council Meeting Monday 28th April at 6:30pm In the Council Chambers, 180 Mort Street, Lithgow Members of the community wishing to address the Council meeting are required to register by midday on the day of the meeting. Register online at: www.council.lithgow.com/addressing-council. Copies of the agenda can be found on the website. COUNCIL COLUMN Lithgow CITY COUNCIL Works Update Works commenced on Vale Street Portland last week to rectify the heaving pavement along the gutter line on the eastern side of the road. Grading Council grading has been completed on Old Western Road, Rydal and is continuing on Russell Street, Capertee this week. Jetpatching Road patching works are ongoing on Ganbenang Road, Kanimbla Valley. Drainage works Drainage works are occurring on Baaners Lane, Hartley. Scan here to keep up to date with all key projects Cover Your Load If you're taking a load of rubbish to the tip, don't forget to cover your load. Uncovered loads can spill onto the road, creating traffic hazards and polluting our environment. Fines apply for uncovered loads and Council Rangers conduct regular patrols. So don't risk the fine and cover your load Cost of Living Hub The Council has created a new cost-of-living support hub on our website which provides resources and practical tips to assist you in saving money on everyday costs. Whether you're looking for ways to reduce energy bills, find local discounts, or get advice on budgeting, we've got you covered. Explore our tips and start making small changes today to ease the pressure on your budget. The website includes links to both State and Federal Government resources as well as Councils own support services. Scan here to visit the cost of WASTE 2 ART 2025 Waste 2 Art 2025 Waste 2 Art 2025 Year of Toys It is time to start creating artworks for this year's Waste 2 Art exhibition and competition. This years theme is "Year of Toys" Entries will be accepted from Monday 9 June until Friday 13 June. Visit the Council website for more information. Scan here to find out more about Waste 2 Art 2025 WE ARE HIRING! JOIN OUR TEAM Jobs at Council Council is currently seeking applications for the following positions: Team Leader Development Development Planner Team Leader Environment and Regulatory Services Casual Learn to Swim Instructors Casual Lifeguard Environment Health Officer Scan here to view available jobs BRARY Events @ the Libraries Booklovers Book Club Come along to the Lithgow Library on Monday evenings from 6:00pm and discuss your latest read or your favourite book. There is no requirement to read a set book as the club is about sharing widely. This weekly get together is free and tea and coffee will be provided. Free introduction to fine art classes: Do you have an interest in art? Marcus Lowrey is facilitating free drawing, painting and sketching lessons every Tuesday 10:00am - 1:00pm at Lithgow Library. Marcus will provide some art materials to get you started, but students may need to purchase some items themselves. When you arrive at the Library you will find Marcus upstairs on the mezzanine level. Connecting Seniors: Free Writing Workshop Are you a senior who is interested in learning how to write stories? Lithgow City Council Libraries are holding a FREE six week writing workshop for seniors starting 6th May. This six-week course provides you with the fundamentals of writing a compelling story. Classes will be held on Tuesday mornings at Lithgow Library from 10:00am to 12:00pm. The course is free but bookings are essential and can be made by calling the Lithgow Library on 63529100. living web page Doing Business With Council Did you know Council has a system in place called VendorPanel, which is used by contractors to upload and maintain copies of their insurance certificates in order to gain pre- qualification to work for Council. More information can be found on our website under 'Doing Business with Council' or by contacting Council's Purchasing Coordinator on (02) 6354 9999. Scan here to find out more about doing business with Council Lithgow Animal Shelter Lithgow Animal Shelter has a number of adorable cats and dogs currently available for adoption. If you are looking to welcome a pawfect companion into your life, please get in touch via email council@lithgow.nsw.gov.au or speak to a member of our Animal Shelter Team at Lithgow Council on (02) 6354 9999. Lithgow City Council Re-homing No. R251000163. Scan here to view pets available for adoption Connecting Seniors Lithgow Scan here to find out more about what is happening at the Libraries EOI for Abandoned Vehicles In pursuance of power under Section 16 of the Public Spaces Act, 2022, Council invites written offers for "Quotation for Abandoned Vehicles" from interested people for the following vehicle impounded by Lithgow Council Rangers: Scania R5000 Prime Mover The vehicle is being stored at Council's Lithgow depot. Interested people may inspect the vehicle at the Depot by arrangement on 63549999 Written offers to 180 Mort St Lithgow or emails to council@lithgow.nsw.gov.au must be received by 4:00pm, Monday 19 May 2025 Contact Details PO Box 19, Lithgow NSW 2790 180 Mort Street, Lithgow NSW 2790 Administration Office Monday to Friday 8.30am-4.15pm Cashier 8.30am - 4.00pm General enquiries Telephone: (02) 6354 9999 Facsimile: (02) 6351 4259 Email: council@lithgow.nsw.gov.au www.council.lithgow.com Next Ordinary Council Meeting Monday 28th April at 6:30 pm In the Council Chambers , 180 Mort Street , Lithgow Members of the community wishing to address the Council meeting are required to register by midday on the day of the meeting . Register online at : www.council.lithgow.com/addressing-council . Copies of the agenda can be found on the website . COUNCIL COLUMN Lithgow CITY COUNCIL Works Update Works commenced on Vale Street Portland last week to rectify the heaving pavement along the gutter line on the eastern side of the road . Grading Council grading has been completed on Old Western Road , Rydal and is continuing on Russell Street , Capertee this week . Jetpatching Road patching works are ongoing on Ganbenang Road , Kanimbla Valley . Drainage works Drainage works are occurring on Baaners Lane , Hartley . Scan here to keep up to date with all key projects Cover Your Load If you're taking a load of rubbish to the tip , don't forget to cover your load . Uncovered loads can spill onto the road , creating traffic hazards and polluting our environment . Fines apply for uncovered loads and Council Rangers conduct regular patrols . So don't risk the fine and cover your load Cost of Living Hub The Council has created a new cost - of - living support hub on our website which provides resources and practical tips to assist you in saving money on everyday costs . Whether you're looking for ways to reduce energy bills , find local discounts , or get advice on budgeting , we've got you covered . Explore our tips and start making small changes today to ease the pressure on your budget . The website includes links to both State and Federal Government resources as well as Councils own support services . Scan here to visit the cost of WASTE 2 ART 2025 Waste 2 Art 2025 Waste 2 Art 2025 Year of Toys It is time to start creating artworks for this year's Waste 2 Art exhibition and competition . This years theme is " Year of Toys " Entries will be accepted from Monday 9 June until Friday 13 June . Visit the Council website for more information . Scan here to find out more about Waste 2 Art 2025 WE ARE HIRING ! JOIN OUR TEAM Jobs at Council Council is currently seeking applications for the following positions : Team Leader Development Development Planner Team Leader Environment and Regulatory Services Casual Learn to Swim Instructors Casual Lifeguard Environment Health Officer Scan here to view available jobs BRARY Events @ the Libraries Booklovers Book Club Come along to the Lithgow Library on Monday evenings from 6:00 pm and discuss your latest read or your favourite book . There is no requirement to read a set book as the club is about sharing widely . This weekly get together is free and tea and coffee will be provided . Free introduction to fine art classes : Do you have an interest in art ? Marcus Lowrey is facilitating free drawing , painting and sketching lessons every Tuesday 10:00 am - 1:00 pm at Lithgow Library . Marcus will provide some art materials to get you started , but students may need to purchase some items themselves . When you arrive at the Library you will find Marcus upstairs on the mezzanine level . Connecting Seniors : Free Writing Workshop Are you a senior who is interested in learning how to write stories ? Lithgow City Council Libraries are holding a FREE six week writing workshop for seniors starting 6th May . This six - week course provides you with the fundamentals of writing a compelling story . Classes will be held on Tuesday mornings at Lithgow Library from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm . The course is free but bookings are essential and can be made by calling the Lithgow Library on 63529100 . living web page Doing Business With Council Did you know Council has a system in place called VendorPanel , which is used by contractors to upload and maintain copies of their insurance certificates in order to gain pre- qualification to work for Council . More information can be found on our website under ' Doing Business with Council ' or by contacting Council's Purchasing Coordinator on ( 02 ) 6354 9999 . Scan here to find out more about doing business with Council Lithgow Animal Shelter Lithgow Animal Shelter has a number of adorable cats and dogs currently available for adoption . If you are looking to welcome a pawfect companion into your life , please get in touch via email council@lithgow.nsw.gov.au or speak to a member of our Animal Shelter Team at Lithgow Council on ( 02 ) 6354 9999 . Lithgow City Council Re - homing No. R251000163 . Scan here to view pets available for adoption Connecting Seniors Lithgow Scan here to find out more about what is happening at the Libraries EOI for Abandoned Vehicles In pursuance of power under Section 16 of the Public Spaces Act , 2022 , Council invites written offers for " Quotation for Abandoned Vehicles " from interested people for the following vehicle impounded by Lithgow Council Rangers : Scania R5000 Prime Mover The vehicle is being stored at Council's Lithgow depot . Interested people may inspect the vehicle at the Depot by arrangement on 63549999 Written offers to 180 Mort St Lithgow or emails to council@lithgow.nsw.gov.au must be received by 4:00 pm , Monday 19 May 2025 Contact Details PO Box 19 , Lithgow NSW 2790 180 Mort Street , Lithgow NSW 2790 Administration Office Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.15pm Cashier 8.30am - 4.00pm General enquiries Telephone : ( 02 ) 6354 9999 Facsimile : ( 02 ) 6351 4259 Email : council@lithgow.nsw.gov.au www.council.lithgow.com