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Mayor and locals lend a hand to our newest aquatic neighbours

The NT Governments $50million RecFishing program hit Litchfield this morning with 550 Barramundi being released into McMinns Lagoon reserve.

Funding announcement for Freds Pass secures an upgrade of the rural sporting precinct

Litchfield Council has welcomed a funding announcement, this time from the Labor Government committing $10 million to upgrade Freds Pass Sports and Recreation Reserve, benefiting the greater community.

Council welcomes funding of rural sporting precinct

The Coalition Government has announced a commitment of $10 million to upgrade Freds Pass Sports and Recreation Reserve, benefiting the greater community.

Draft Municipal Plan 2022-23

Council has released its Draft Municipal Plan 2022-23 for public comment and we want to hear from you!

Litchfield Council to refocus its core services

The Litchfield Council is seeking a change in leadership to refocus on the core services of local government in the community and has ended its employment relationship with Mr Daniel Fletcher, former CEO.

2022 Litchfield Council Art Exhibition

You are all invited to a weekend full of fun, free activities and art.

Friday 4 March to Sunday 6 March at Howard Park Recreation Reserve on Whitewood Road, Howard Springs.

Girraween Road Community Survey

Community survey open for feedback.

New Council, New Plan

At January’s Council meeting, the Draft Strategic Plan 2022-2025 was endorsed so it can be provided to the public for comments.

Council have held a number of workshops to flesh out the direction they feel represents community views and develop a guide for Council to deliver a broad range of services and facilities that are valued by our community.
 

Road Opening Notices

Litchfield Council is proposing a road opening in two locations and are seeking public comments for these road openings in accordance with the NT Local Government Act 2019, Part 12.3 Section 273.

Christmas Opening Hours - 2021

Council would like to wish our amazing community a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Message from the Mayor

NT Government - Arnhem Highway Duplication

The Northern Territory Government is undertaking a planning study for future duplication of a 10 kilometre section of the Arnhem Highway from the Stuart Highway intersection to Kostka Road in Humpty Doo.

The Arnhem Highway is a major arterial road that connects the Darwin region to Jabiru and Kakadu National Park.

Launch of Rural Reflections

Friends of the Taminmin Library present the Launch of Rural Reflections.

The Anthology produced from the Seniors Poetry Lunch 2021.

2022 Australia Day Awards

2022 Australia Day Award nominations are now closed.

Do you know a Litchfield Legend?

Nominate them now!

Help us celebrate what's great about our community by nominating someone you know or someone you know of for a Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year or Community Event of the Year award.

Have Your Say Litchfield - 320 Arnhem Highway Options

The Litchfield population is predicted to grow to over 35,000 people by 2046, and Humpty Doo is expected to grow and develop into one of the largest Rural Activity Centres in Litchfield, offering a diverse range of community facilities and services.

Coolalinga Vaccine Clinic Opens

The Territory Labor Government has today opened a fourth Top End COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic to further boost the vaccine rollout across the Territory.

This facility will be located at Coolalinga Central and complement existing facilities at Marrara, Tracy Village and Palmerston.

$100 Desexing Vouchers

Council is offering de-sexing vouchers to provide residents with financial assistance to de-sex their dogs.

New Aussies welcomed on Australian Citizenship Day

Litchfield Council welcomed 39 new citizens at our Australian citizenship ceremony today, as part of Australian Citizenship Day celebrations.

Recycling provides community funds

Applications are now open for the 2021 Litchfield Council Community Grants Scheme, which turns recycling into funds for community groups and organisations to access through an application process.

Applications open for Round 2 of the Seeding New Investment Fund

Regional Development Australia NT is now welcoming applications from local communities across the Territory for the second round of the Seeding New Investment Fund.