2013 News Archive

NT Planning Commission engages community on planning Darwin's future

The next phase in the development of a Land Use Plan for the Darwin region has been released by the Northern Territory Planning Commission (NTPC) for community input.

Notice of Intention to Declare Special Rate Charge for 2013/2014

Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 155 of the Local Government Act that the following special rates was declared by Lichfield Council on Thursday 12 December 2013.

Thorak Regional Cemetery Hours

Thorak Regional Cemetery Grounds are Open every day from 7.00am to 7.00pm. Over the Holiday Season the office will close from 12.00pm on Tuesday 24th December 2013 and Public Holidays only.

Council are seeking Public Comment on Draft Strategic Plan

Litchfield Council have prepared a draft amendment to their Strategic Plan.

Red Light and Speed Camera now in operation on the Stuart Highway and Jenkins Road intersection

Peter Styles, the Northern Territory Minister for Transport has annouced an integrated red light and speed camera will begin operation on the Stuart Highway and Jenkins Road intersection today.

Christmas Trading Hours at Litchfield Council

Litchfield Council trading hours over the Festive Season.

Community Update regarding the Livingstone Abattoir

11 December 2013

Freds Pass Recreation Reserve Administration Position Vacant

Freds Pass Sport and Recreation Reserve are looking for a casual  Administration Officer.

Christmas Joy sang out at Bees Creek

Litchfield Mayor Allan McKay opened the 31st Community Rural Carols at Bees Creek Primary School on Saturday.

Freds Pass Sport and Recreation Reserve Administration Vacant Position

Freds Pass Sport and Recreation Reserve are looking for a casual  Administration Officer.

Council Work in Partnership with NT Government for Hydrology Study at Wadhams Lagoon

A joint tender between Department of Lands, Planning and Environment and Litchfield Council has been sourced to carry out a hydrology study at Wadhams Lagoon, Howard Springs.

December Land Auction a success

Litchfield Council held its 8th Land Auction on Wednesday 4th December, the land auctions are held to recoup unpaid rates and charges on vacant plots of land.

Health Regulations Open for Consultation

New draft Public and Environmental Health Regulations to modernise the laws that protect public health and safety in the Territory are being presented for public and industry consultation.

Permits to Burn

Permits to Burn are required by the Northern Territory Fire and Rescue Service year round in the rural area.

2 December 2013

Litchfield Council Welcome the News of Two Special Purpose Grants

The Northern Territory Government's announcement of the successful special purpose grants comes as great news for Litchfield Council and its residents.

Top End Reserves Draft Management Plan Open for Public Comment

The public have an opportunity to have their say about the future of the Adelaide River Conservation Resevre, which include Fogg Dam, Harrison Dam, Black Jungle, Lambell's Lagoon Conservation Reserves and Melacca Swamp Conservation Area.

Road Limits

A 10 tonne maximum load limit has been placed on all gravel roads within the Municipality, which applies from 28th November 2013 until further notice.

Annual Report 2012-2013

Litchfield Council Annual Report 2012–2013 presents the achievements of Council against delivery of the 2012-2013 Municipal Plan and Budget.