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Blue Mountains News
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3 Apr 2020
The First International Day of Conscience
April 5, 2020, will mark the first International Day of Conscience, which is a United Nations day. This day serves to remind people to self-reflect, follow their conscience, and do the right things. Everyone is encouraged to observe the day.
2 Apr 2020
APP to Help Save Lives During Challenges Like Corona Virus
Australian designed platform to save lives during a time of crisis as we prepare for lockdown. Already being trialled on the east coast of the United States by emergency services, Gpost, a free app, launched for all Australians yesterday ahead of further restrictions in Australia.
1 Apr 2020
Waste Facilities close due to COVID-19
Blaxland Resource Recovery and Waste Management Facility will be temporarily closed to visits from the general public from Wednesday 1 April 2020, until further notice, due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
1 Apr 2020
COVID-19 Response – Lithgow Golf Course
Following advice from the NSW State Government, NSW Office of Sport and Golf NSW, Lithgow City Council will be immediately closing the Lithgow Golf Course until further notice.
31 Mar 2020
Closure Of Echo Point and New Travel Restrictions Due to COVID-19
Echo Point will be temporarily closed to the public from midday tomorrow (1 April 2020), until further notice. This follows the closure of Council’s 56 formal playgrounds, skate parks and BBQ facilities throughout the City.
31 Mar 2020
Temporary Closure: Wentworth Falls Walking Tracks, Blue Mountains National Park
National Parks & Wildlife ServiceBlue Mountains National Park – Wentworth Falls Area
31 Mar 2020
COVID-19 Response – Playgrounds
Following the Prime Minister’s announcement on 29 March 2020 of strengthened public gathering rules and guidance, Council will be closing more facilities.
31 Mar 2020
Lithgow Animal Shelter will have Limited Public Access from Monday 30th March 2020
Lithgow Animal Shelter will have limited public access from Monday 30th March due to COVID 19 restrictions.
30 Mar 2020
Blue Mountains Cultural Centre launches VIRTUAL INSIGHT
During these difficult and uncertain times when non-essential services are closing and we are all staying home as much as possible, it’s important to stay positive and see beauty and inspiration in our daily lives.
29 Mar 2020
Community Invited to Have Their Say on New District Park Upgrades
Wentworth Falls Lake Park and Buttenshaw Park are receiving upgrades, thanks to the Western Sydney City Deal Liveability Program.
28 Mar 2020
Going Online Gets Real as We Inch Towards Full Isolation
From the couch choir to YouTube yoga, online communities are flourishing, as the restrictions on social gatherings to fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, become tighter and tighter.
28 Mar 2020
Supporting Our Community Through COVID-19: Blue Mountains eLibrary is Always Open
Blue Mountains Library is encouraging residents to head online to read, watch and study during temporary COVID-19 closures.
27 Mar 2020
Council's Measures to Support Community During COVID-19
Blue Mountains City Council will waive rents for all tenants in Council buildings under commercial agreements for as long as needed, subject to monthly review, given the current COVID-19 crisis.
27 Mar 2020
COVID-19 Response – Customer Services
Lithgow City Council’s priority is the health of our staff, and the health of our community, and we are focused on continuing to safely deliver essential services to the community.
27 Mar 2020
More Changes to Council Services due to COVID-19
Blue Mountains City Council has announced three new service changes, in a continued effort to help restrict the spread of COVID-19.
27 Mar 2020
Applications for Council Financial Assistance Open 1 April 2020
Lithgow City Council is taking applications from not-for-profit organisations to fund local community projects and activities. While the Covid -19 pandemic is impacting on all sectors of our community, the work of our not-for-profit organisations has never been more important.
27 Mar 2020
Stockpile on Sleep, not Supermarket Staples to Protect from COVID-19
As panic-buyers continue to leave supermarket shelves bare, University of South Australia sleep experts are reminding people that it’s sleep that they need to stockpile if they want to ensure the best possible health during the pandemic.
26 Mar 2020
COVID-19 Response - Update 25th March 2020
Following the Prime Minister’s announcement of new and enhanced social distance measures to slow the spread of COVID-19, Council’s services and facilities will be further impacted.
25 Mar 2020
COVID-19 Response – Rostered Teams
Lithgow City Council’s priority is the health of our staff, and the health of our community, and we are focused on continuing to safely deliver essential services to the community.
24 Mar 2020
Scenic World to Temporarily Close
It is with great sadness that we announce the temporary closure of Scenic World, the iconic Blue Mountains tourist attraction, as of Tuesday 24 March until further notice.
24 Mar 2020
Free Community Support Program Launches in the Blue Mountains
Blue Mountains residents affected by the recent bush fires or other emergency events can now access a free mobile support program.News Menu:
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