Next Ordinary Council Meeting Monday 28 July 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.lithgowcom/addressing-council. Copies of the agenda can be found on the website. COUNCIL COLUMN Lithgow CITY COUNCIL Extension of Temporary Closure of General Access to Portland Cemetery Attention trade services Lithgow City Council advises residents of the extension of the temporary closure of general access to the Portland Cemetery, due to renewal works that are currently taking place. The works were originally expected to be completed by 30th June, However, due to the unfavourable weather conditions this timeframe is required to be extended. These works are now expected to be completed by Monday 14th July 2025. The works being carried out are to renew the internal road surface and upgrade stormwater drainage within the Cemetery. These works are in conjunction with the installation of a new bus stop area directly out the front of the Cemetery on Portland/Sunny Corner Road. During the works, access is limited to ensure the safety of the public and workers during construction. Council understands that there are families that regularly attend the cemetery to mourn and reflect, and this temporary closure will impact their visitation. Reduce Speed. Icy Conditions Icy conditions are here; it is time to rug up and SLOW DOWN With winter upon us, here are a few reminders: Winter weather is unpredictable. There can be sudden drops in tempera- ture and road conditions can change quickly. Driving on icy roads can be challenging - . even for experienced drivers. Quick checklist for Safe Motoring icy conditions 1. Be alert for ice on the road particularly in shaded or low lying areas 2. Drive with your headlights on 3. Obey speed advisory signs and be pre- pared to reduce speed in line with the conditions 4. If you do hit ice, traveling at a reduced speed will help you to maintain control of the vehicle and reduce the force of an impact if there is a collision. On Exhibition The Council has the following items currently on exhibition: Development Proposal - DA063/25 Scan here for more information about items on exhibition 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 Have Your Say Bin Collection Services Have your say: Kerbside Bin Proposals Have Your Say on Bin Collection Services! Lithgow City Council is reviewing kerbside bin collection services and wants community feedback on two proposals: Red Bin Collection - Should the weekly collection continue, or change to fortnightly? Expanding Collection Areas - Should kerbside collection be extended to include Capertee, Glen Davis, Glen Alice, Rydal, Tarana, and Sodwalls? Have your say before 18 July 2025 by viewing the proposals at www.ourplaceourfuture. lithgow.com. Scan here to have your say on Kerbside bin collection Doing business with Council Attention trade services Lithgow City 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 Council's website under 'Doing Business with Council' or by contacting Council's Purchasing Coordinator on (02) 6354 9999. Scan here for more information NAIDOC Week 2025 There will be a number of events celebrating NAIDOC Week in 2025 from July 6-13th across Wiradjuri Country in the Lithgow LGA. 2025 marks a powerful milestone for NAIDOC Week: 50 years of honouring and elevating Indigenous voices, culture, and resilience. The 2025 theme, "The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy," celebrates not only the achievements of the past but the bright future ahead, empowered by the strength of First Nations young leaders, the vision of our communities, and the legacy of First Nations ancestors. Scan here to find out more about the activites planned for NAIDOC Week 2025 General enquiries Telephone: (02) 6354 9999 Facsimile: (02) 6351 4259 Email: council@lithgow.nsw.gov.au Events @ the Libraries Booklovers Book Club When: Monday, 6pm Come along to the Lithgow Library 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. After-School Academy When: Thursday, 4-5pm. La Salle Academy are working in partnership with Lithgow City Council Libraries to deliver the "After School Academy" which provides homework help and support for the transition to high school for children in primary school from years 4-6. Scan here to find out more about the what you can do to be a part of the Libraries Connecting Seniors If you're over 55 and looking to make a connection, the iconic Lithgow Union Theatre is hosting a series of unique events, exclusive to seniors, until the end of 2025. 10am - 12 noon (on the First Wednesday of each month) Morning tea provided after each performance. Events are FREE but bookings essential. Upcoming events include: Ukulele muster - Wednesday 6 August Lithgow's Ukulele groups will be brought together for a one-time only performance. Bring your ukulele (if you have one) and or just join in the fun. Comedy Gala - Wednesday 3 September Come and laugh with Mitch Garling at the Connecting Seniors Comedy Gala including local performers Martin Curtis and Marty Bright. Scan here for more information about Connecting Seniors events and to book your ticket. Lithgow COUNCIL WE ARE HIRING! JOIN OUR TEAM FOR INFORMATION OR TO APPLY SCAN www.council.lithgow.com Next Ordinary Council Meeting Monday 28 July 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.lithgowcom / addressing - council . Copies of the agenda can be found on the website . COUNCIL COLUMN Lithgow CITY COUNCIL Extension of Temporary Closure of General Access to Portland Cemetery Attention trade services Lithgow City Council advises residents of the extension of the temporary closure of general access to the Portland Cemetery , due to renewal works that are currently taking place . The works were originally expected to be completed by 30th June , However , due to the unfavourable weather conditions this timeframe is required to be extended . These works are now expected to be completed by Monday 14th July 2025 . The works being carried out are to renew the internal road surface and upgrade stormwater drainage within the Cemetery . These works are in conjunction with the installation of a new bus stop area directly out the front of the Cemetery on Portland / Sunny Corner Road . During the works , access is limited to ensure the safety of the public and workers during construction . Council understands that there are families that regularly attend the cemetery to mourn and reflect , and this temporary closure will impact their visitation . Reduce Speed . Icy Conditions Icy conditions are here ; it is time to rug up and SLOW DOWN With winter upon us , here are a few reminders : Winter weather is unpredictable . There can be sudden drops in tempera- ture and road conditions can change quickly . Driving on icy roads can be challenging - . even for experienced drivers . Quick checklist for Safe Motoring icy conditions 1. Be alert for ice on the road particularly in shaded or low lying areas 2. Drive with your headlights on 3. Obey speed advisory signs and be pre- pared to reduce speed in line with the conditions 4. If you do hit ice , traveling at a reduced speed will help you to maintain control of the vehicle and reduce the force of an impact if there is a collision . On Exhibition The Council has the following items currently on exhibition : Development Proposal - DA063 / 25 Scan here for more information about items on exhibition 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 Have Your Say Bin Collection Services Have your say : Kerbside Bin Proposals Have Your Say on Bin Collection Services ! Lithgow City Council is reviewing kerbside bin collection services and wants community feedback on two proposals : Red Bin Collection - Should the weekly collection continue , or change to fortnightly ? Expanding Collection Areas - Should kerbside collection be extended to include Capertee , Glen Davis , Glen Alice , Rydal , Tarana , and Sodwalls ? Have your say before 18 July 2025 by viewing the proposals at www.ourplaceourfuture . lithgow.com . Scan here to have your say on Kerbside bin collection Doing business with Council Attention trade services Lithgow City 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 Council's website under ' Doing Business with Council ' or by contacting Council's Purchasing Coordinator on ( 02 ) 6354 9999 . Scan here for more information NAIDOC Week 2025 There will be a number of events celebrating NAIDOC Week in 2025 from July 6-13th across Wiradjuri Country in the Lithgow LGA . 2025 marks a powerful milestone for NAIDOC Week : 50 years of honouring and elevating Indigenous voices , culture , and resilience . The 2025 theme , " The Next Generation : Strength , Vision & Legacy , " celebrates not only the achievements of the past but the bright future ahead , empowered by the strength of First Nations young leaders , the vision of our communities , and the legacy of First Nations ancestors . Scan here to find out more about the activites planned for NAIDOC Week 2025 General enquiries Telephone : ( 02 ) 6354 9999 Facsimile : ( 02 ) 6351 4259 Email : council@lithgow.nsw.gov.au Events @ the Libraries Booklovers Book Club When : Monday , 6pm Come along to the Lithgow Library 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 . After - School Academy When : Thursday , 4-5pm . La Salle Academy are working in partnership with Lithgow City Council Libraries to deliver the " After School Academy " which provides homework help and support for the transition to high school for children in primary school from years 4-6 . Scan here to find out more about the what you can do to be a part of the Libraries Connecting Seniors If you're over 55 and looking to make a connection , the iconic Lithgow Union Theatre is hosting a series of unique events , exclusive to seniors , until the end of 2025. 10am - 12 noon ( on the First Wednesday of each month ) Morning tea provided after each performance . Events are FREE but bookings essential . Upcoming events include : Ukulele muster - Wednesday 6 August Lithgow's Ukulele groups will be brought together for a one - time only performance . Bring your ukulele ( if you have one ) and or just join in the fun . Comedy Gala - Wednesday 3 September Come and laugh with Mitch Garling at the Connecting Seniors Comedy Gala including local performers Martin Curtis and Marty Bright . Scan here for more information about Connecting Seniors events and to book your ticket . Lithgow COUNCIL WE ARE HIRING ! JOIN OUR TEAM FOR INFORMATION OR TO APPLY SCAN www.council.lithgow.com