Wiradjuri, Darug & Gundungurra Country

12/06/2026

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09/06/2026

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26/05/2026

Today, on National Sorry Day, we pause to acknowledge the strength, resilience and continuing cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and to recognise the pain and ongoing impact of the Stolen Generations.

It is a day to reflect on our shared history, listen to the voices and experiences of First Nations peoples, and recognise the importance of truth, healing and connection.

LINC acknowledges the pain and strength connected to the Stolen Generations and recognise the importance of listening, learning and continuing to build respectful relationships within our community.

19/05/2026

After filling sanding and painting the team was able to install this beautiful wall wrap..

16/05/2026

Deep in the Megalong Valley (partly Lithgow LGA) lies the story of Old Billy Lynch, the last leader of the Middle Cox’s River band, of the Gundungurra People. From his early life in the Southern Highlands to his leadership in the Megalong and Kanimbla Valleys, Billy’s story is one of resilience, adaptation, and connection to the land. From bush tracker to respected elder, his life spanned a time of immense change, bridging Aboriginal traditions and European settlement.

Deep in the Megalong Valley lies the story of Old Billy Lynch, also known as Mawialli or King Billy — the last leader of the Middle Cox’s River band, of the ...

02/05/2026

18/03/2026

MEGALONG VALLEY/ Gundungurra Welcome to Country & Ceremonies part of Lithgow local government area.

04/03/2026

A WELCOME CHANGE to our Council chambers

You may have noticed a new artwork behind Mayor Cass Coleman during the most recent meeting of Council.

This piece, titled Our Future on Canvas, was created by fifteen Year 11 students from Lithgow High, Portland Central School and La Salle Academy in a workshop delivered by local Wiradjuri artist Brett Groves and designed by the Lithgow Emerging Economy Plan team to support cross school collaboration, honour local culture and First Nations storytelling, and provide young people with a meaningful voice in shaping the region’s future.

The painting is a visual map of the students hopes and solutions for a brighter regional future. Each idea was represented symbolically through the ancient storytelling traditions of Wiradjuri culture, transforming student voice into colour, pattern and meaning.

Mayor Cass Coleman welcomed students from Lithgow High School and Brett Groves to the Council Chambers today to recognise their efforts.

The Mayor heard from the artists about the meaning of the artwork and discussed their vision for the future of the Lithgow LGA.

The artwork is just one way the Council is helping to build a shared vision of our communities’ future.

Currently, Lithgow City Council is consulting with the community on the development of its Community Strategic Plan (CSP) If you would like to share your vision for the future of the LGA visit www.letstalksevenvalleys.com.au

27/02/2026

Join us next Friday from 10:00am at Secret Creek in Lithgow for a very special community event.

We are proud to host Wildlife Recovery Australia’s Mobile Wildlife Hospital, Matilda, at our new Wollemi Wildlife Hospital.

Highlights include:

- Smoking Ceremony and talk with Bob Sutor, local One Mob elder
- Guest speakers including Paul Toole MP
our local member
- Talk and Q&A from Dr. Stephen Van Mill & Trevor Evans from Secret Creek
- Sausage sizzle & site tours at Midday
- Preview the new Wollemi Wildlife Hospital building ahead of its opening.

Everyone welcome!
Sanctuary entry costs apply if you would also like to visit the sanctuary on the day.

Come celebrate wildlife, community and culture with us.💚

10/02/2026

Calling Aboriginal artists, makers and artisans //
Sell your work at Kew-Y-Ahn Aboriginal Gallery at Hartley Historic Site.

Arts OutWest are currently restocking the at Hartley Historic Site, looking for unique, contemporary items set at affordable prices.

Do you live in the NSW Central West? Do you create... paintings, prints, textiles, weaving, pottery, jewellery, accessories, wood crafts, books, giftware, art photography...

📍 Kew-Y-Ahn Aboriginal Gallery sells original work by Aboroginal artists and makers from the NSW Central West.
📍 A partnership between Arts OutWest and NSW National Parks and Wildlife Services since 2014.
📍 Open 6 days a week, 10am-4pm Tues-Sun.
📍 At the heart of Hartley Historic Site, in the NPWS Visitor Centre.
📍 51 Old Great Western Highway Hartley NSW (10 mins east of Lithgow).
📍 3 gallery rooms • 17,000+ visitors per year • frequent turn over of work.
📍 Set your own prices, get paid for your work • All work sold on commission.
📍Work potentially also sold through local and Aboriginal art markets during the year.

For more information, contact:
Aleshia Lonsdale, Aboriginal Arts Development Officer, Arts OutWest
0411 451 776 or [email protected]

Website: https://artsoutwest.org.au/pf/kew-y-ahn-aboriginal-gallery/
Instagram and Facebook: Kew Y Ahn Gallery

Supported by the Australian Government’s IVAIS (Indigenous Visual Arts Industry Support).