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9 Nov 2019
Digital Licence for NSW Drivers
Stuart Ayres MP,Minister for Jobs, Investment, Tourism and Western Sydney welcomes the announcement that NSW drivers can now go wallet less and use a Digital Driver Licence on their smartphone for proof of identity and proof of age for pubs and clubs, and for roadside police checks, with the technology officially going live.8 Nov 2019
Farmer’s Long Afternoon at Hampton
A long afternoon will be held at the Hampton Halfway Hotel Motel on Saturday 23 November. Starting at 4pm this is a chance for drought effected local farmers and residents of the region to get together. Following the huge success of the Capertee Long Lunch in October this event is sure to please the whole family.8 Nov 2019
Have Your Say on the Lapstone Station Upgrade
Stuart Ayres MP, Member for Penrith today invites the local community to have their say on the proposed accessibility upgrade at Lapstone station that will be delivered through the NSW Government’s Transport Access Program.7 Nov 2019
Household Chemical Clean Out Time Again!
The household chemical cleanout conducted by Lithgow City Council in conjunction with NSW EPA and NetWaste is again providing an opportunity for residents to clean out chemicals from their home and dispose of in an environmentally friendly way.7 Nov 2019
Rhythm Hunters’ Rhythm Underground 2019 at Jenolan Caves
RHYTHM UNDERGROUND 2019 at Jenolan Caves withRHYTHM HUNTERS + special guests
NICKY BOMBA (Melbourne Ska Orchestra/John Butler Trio)
SI MULLUMBY (Wild Marmalade)
6 Nov 2019
Lithgow Dementia Alliance Morning Tea
As part of its ongoing support for those in Lithgow community who are affected by dementia, Lithgow City Council invites you to come along to our Dementia Alliance morning tea on November 14 at the Lithgow Library.6 Nov 2019
'To End All Wars: Remembrance Through Discovering the Men who Served'
Woodford Academy event - November 20195 Nov 2019
Free Microchipping Month a Success in Lithgow
Local residents made use of a valuable community service in the micro-chipping of their pets this October5 Nov 2019
Announcing: The 2020 Season at The Joan
18 Fun, Classic and Adventurous live shows celebrating Dance, Comedy, Drama and Classical Music4 Nov 2019
Busy Year Ahead for Heritage Advisory Committee
At its meeting this week, Council reviewed the activities and achievements of the Blue Mountains Heritage Advisory Committee (BMHAC) and endorsed its annual report for the 2018-19 financial year. Council also considered the Committee’s priorities for 2019-20.4 Nov 2019
Ongoing Damage to Parks and Sports fields
While Lithgow City Council provides a number of off-leash dog parks throughout the Lithgow region, ongoing damage is being caused to Council maintained sports fields by off-leash dogs.3 Nov 2019
Council to Explore Dark Sky Place
Council will investigate the possibility of creating a Dark Sky Place in the Blue Mountains, with a decision expected early next year.3 Nov 2019
Doing Business with Council Workshop for Local Businesses
Council wants more local businesses and service providers to submit tenders for Council work. To help achieve this, Council is offering free procurement training on Saturday, 16 November at a Doing Business with Council workshop.3 Nov 2019
Wild Dog and Foxes Targeted in Spring Campaign
Hawkesbury farm manager Chris Shephard has seen firsthand the impact of pest animals, having lost multiple calves to fox attacks over the years.2 Nov 2019
Call to Community: Join Us to Send a Message About Dam Wall
Blue Mountains Mayor Mark Greenhill and Give a Dam campaign manager Harry Burkitt have urged the community to attend a forum about Warragamba Dam in one week, to send a message about what’s at stake.2 Nov 2019
The South Carolina Broadcasters Featuring Jackson Cunningham from the Whitetop Mountaineers in Concert at Hotel Blue
FUSION BOUTIQUE PRESENTS‘Live At The Attic’ with
THE SOUTH CAROLINA BROADCASTERS (USA)
Featuring Jackson Cunningham from The Whitetop Mountaineers
Live in Concert, upstairs at Hotel Blue
1 Nov 2019
Blue Mountains Inspire Airport Terminal Design, but Flight Paths Remain a Mystery
The Blue Mountains was the inspiration for the design plans for the Western Sydney Airport terminal unveiled this week.1 Nov 2019
25th Blue Mountains Music Festival of Folk Roots and Blues
The 25th Annual Blue Mountains Music Festival – 13th, 14th and 15th of March 2020 will feature over 110 concerts, as well as songwriters’ and instrumental circles, Heartland Conversations, Poet’s Breakfasts, Kid’s Activities, roaming performers and much more.31 Oct 2019
Immerse Yourself in a Night of Tango at Wentworth Falls
Club Tango" is a once off event presented by Music Hunter in association with Tango Blue Mountains designed for passionate Tango dance lovers as well as for those laid back seated music appreciators.30 Oct 2019