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Archive - June 2022
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30 Jun 2022
Lithgow Locals Work Closely with Iceland's Planet Youth
Lithgow Local Drug Action Team, community leaders and international group Planet Youth came together on Monday 27 June 2022 to discuss issues related to alcohol and other drugs, identified through recent local youth surveys.
29 Jun 2022
Helping keep cars on the road: Can Assist Blue Mountains and greenslips.com.au team up to support local cancer patients
After the pandemic decimated fundraising activities, cancer support network Can Assist Blue Mountains has received a much-needed boost with a donation from greenslips.com.au, which will be crucial to help keep local cancer patients’ cars on the road.
27 Jun 2022
Council calls for a collaborative approach to weed control
Blue Mountains City Council is reminding property owners of its responsibility to manage weeds under biosecurity legislation, while asking for the community’s cooperation with weed control.
26 Jun 2022
Stand up for NAIDOC Week 2022!
This year, NAIDOC Week is to be held 3-10 July and embraces the call to action: Get Up! Stand Up! Show Up!
25 Jun 2022
Blue Mountains Bushland Nursery Incentive supports nurseries
Blue Mountains Bushland Nursery Incentive is Blue Mountains City Council’s free accreditation scheme to prevent the sale of invasive priority weeds within our Local Government Area and is supported by the Nursery & Garden Industry NSW & ACT.
24 Jun 2022
A night of art, light & music to immerse audiences at Blue Mountains Cultural Centre
The Blue Mountains Cultural Centre will contribute to the 2022 Winter Magic program with a free, mesmerising after dark experience for local audiences and visitors to the region.
22 Jun 2022
21 Jun 2022
20 Jun 2022
Council launches new Business Mentorship program
The program will provide bespoke, 1:1 mentorship with industry experts, to help businesses develop a clear future path, and build resilience and sustainability.
20 Jun 2022
Lithgow Library – Exterior Works Completed
Council is pleased to announce that the exterior building works on the Lithgow Library are now complete, and the footpath re-opened.
19 Jun 2022
Blue Mountains Music Festival - October 2022
We are so looking forward to October 7, 8, 9, when we can once again bring you some of the best folk, roots and blues music.
18 Jun 2022
Cullenbenbong Causeway Reconstruction
Through the opportunities offered by the Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements, a joint funding initiative of the Commonwealth and State Governments, Lithgow City Council has delivered the construction of a new causeway in the Kanimbla Valley.
17 Jun 2022
Council to install electric vehicle charging station in Lawson
Council has extended its commitment to a sustainable Blue Mountains with a new electric vehicle (EV) charging station planned for Lawson.
16 Jun 2022
Are You Bogged Mate - Wolgan Valley venue change
It's been a tough couple of years with drought, Black Summer Bushfires, Covid lockdowns and floods. Do you sometimes feel like you get bogged down in the mud?
16 Jun 2022
Free Screening "Freedom Street" Documentary
To coincide with the upcoming celebration of Refugee Week 2022, the community is invited to a FREE screening of the "Freedom Street" documentary.
15 Jun 2022
Eskbank House Museum received a gift of WW1 Postcards from the Front
The family of Sylvester and Mary Burrows has gifted Lithgow City Council's Eskbank House Museum with a beautiful collection of WW1 postcards, and family photographs.
13 Jun 2022
Lithgow Local Heritage Grants 2022 Application Period Has Been Extended
Lithgow Council has recently extended its application period for grants under the Lithgow Local Heritage Grant 2022 program to financially assist property owners in undertaking minor works to promote heritage values within Lithgow’s Heritage Conservation Areas.
12 Jun 2022
Lighting upgrade to improve driver safety on Old Bathurst Road
To improve road safety and minimise the chance of accidents occurring, Council is installing street lights and supporting infrastructure on Old Bathurst Rd, between Binya Street (at the top of the bends) and the water tower (at the bottom).
11 Jun 2022
MARK WILKINSON ‘Spirit & Soul’ Australian Tour 2022 + Special Guest MARK CROTTI
Mark Wilkinson returns to the live stage this winter with "Spirit & Soul", his first nation-wide headline tour since 2019
10 Jun 2022
10 Jun 2022
Are You Bogged Mate?
It's been a tough couple of years with drought, the Black Summer Bushfires, Covid lockdowns and floods. Do you sometimes feel like you get bogged down in the mud?
9 Jun 2022
Networking key to future-proofing businesses against disasters
Networking is the key to building the capacity of businesses in communities to withstand ongoing and future crisis events, according to a new White Paper on business resilience.
7 Jun 2022
6 Jun 2022
New residency for emerging performing artists
A new arts residency has launched for emerging performing artists residing and developing their practise in the Blue Mountains.
5 Jun 2022
Planet Youth comes to life in June
Planet Youth is both a global and local initiative that aims to help communities create an environment in which young people can live their best lives and avoid substance use.
5 Jun 2022
BMCC Council releases 2022 report card
Blue Mountains City Council is pleased to share the results of the latest Community Satisfaction Survey.
4 Jun 2022
Five grants awarded in 2022 Blue Mountains City of the Arts Trust Grants Program
The 2022 Blue Mountains City of the Arts Trust Grants Program has awarded $48,088 in grants to support the projects of five local artists and arts workers.
4 Jun 2022
Additional waste and recycling services trialled to support residents
From 1 July 2022, Blue Mountains City Council is trialling several additional waste and recycling services to extend our existing services to residents and to support our community to prepare for the bushfire season.
3 Jun 2022
Community feedback helps shape Wentworth Falls Lake Park upgrade plans
Community consultation on the current Wentworth Falls Lake Park upgrade has provided a wealth of valuable feedback that will help shape the delivery of this exciting project, as well as future stages.
3 Jun 2022
Inaugural Asbestos Safety & Management Conference Working
Almost 370 delegates attended the inaugural Asbestos Safety & Management Conference in the Blue Mountains on 19-20 May.
2 Jun 2022
Official Opening of Lake Pillans Boardwalk
Lithgow City Council Mayor Maree Statham officially opened the Lake Pillans Boardwalk on Saturday 28 May 2022 in front of a hardworking group of land care volunteers.
1 Jun 2022
Refreshed Yulefest in the Blue Mountains
The most famous season in the Blue Mountains has experienced a renaissance and refresh, with new businesses embracing the festival and traditional venues renewing offerings with gusto.
1 Jun 2022
Reducing Winter Air Pollution
With winter on the way, residents can assist in reducing winter smoke and ensure their fires are burning correctly.News Menu:
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