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Litchfield Council does not support the Noonamah Ridge Development

Litchfield Council has outlined its objection to the Noonamah Ridge proposal in a submission to the Northern Territory Government Department of Lands Planning and Environment.

Public Meeting - Berry Springs Waste Transfer Station

There will be a public meeting to discuss the proposed improvements to the Berry Springs Waste Transfer Station.

Media Release

As a new Council with a fresh approach to how they do business, the Litchfield Council has set a new vision and released its first Municipal Plan for the coming year.

Noonamah Ridge Planning Scheme Amendment

Attached is Councils response to the Department of Lands Planning and Environment to the planning scheme amendment for the proposed Noonamah Ridge development.

Draft Municipal Plan - Have Your Say!

At the Special Council Meeting held on Wednesday 1 June 2016, Litchfield Council endorsed the Draft Municipal Plan 2016 -2017.   This Plan delivers on Council's Vision for the Litchfield Municipality to be the best place to live in the Top End.

Council Strategic Direction

Litchfield Council held a Special Meeting on Wednesday 1 June 2016 and adopted the Litchfield Council Strategic Plan 2016-2020.

New Director to join Litchfield Management Team

Litchfield Council CEO Ms Kaylene Conrick will welcome a new member to her management team on Monday 6 June.

Annual General Meeting Berry Springs

Berry Springs Annual General Meeting Sunday the 29 May at 1pm After the Markets in the Hall. New Committee Members encouraged, all welcome equires: 0418 899 475.

Mayoral Media Release

Litchfield Council’s Mayor, Cr Maree Bredhauer has urged ratepayers who still have not paid their rates for 2015/2016 to contact Council as soon as possible to pay immediately or to discuss a payment plan.

Rural Potters Mothers Day Pottery Fair

The Rural Potters Assoc Inc is a non-profit Club, with no Government assistance, which operates in the rural area and twice a year we hold a Fair to raise funds to purchase new, and maintain old equipment.

Closure of an unused Road Reserve that exists between Thorngate Road and Taylor Road, Holtze

The Minister for Lands and Planning, has requested that Council close the unnamed road reserve that exists between Thorngate Road and Taylor Road, Holtze across Crown Land for future Defence use.

Invitation for Public Comment Road Closure and Road Opening

The Department of Land Planning and the Environment are releasing Sections 222 and 223 Hundred of Colton parcels of land for sale.

Harmony Day - 21 March 2016

Harmony Day, 21 March, celabrates Australaia's cultural diversity. Litchfield Council wishes everyone a happy Harmony Day to embrace our wonderful way of life and our diverse culture.

Easter Markets Berry Springs

Come along to the Easter Markets held Sunday 27 March at Berry Springs Recreational Reserve Win Free Easter Eggs Door Prize. To book a stall phone Russell on 0413 805877

What’s happening in March

Potholes: Due to some rain, potholes are staring to pop up. We have been continuing our pothole patching. If you see a pothole, please report it, either by phone, email or the ‘Snap Send Solve’ app.

Found Buffalo

Kappler Road, Girraween

Would the owner/s please contact Council Rangers on 8983 0600.

Reminder Rates Due

Please make payment by Monday 29 February 2016, to avoid interest charges.

Draft Litchfield Subregional Land Use Plan Community Consultation

The NT Planning Commission invites you to attend a stakeholder briefing as a part of Stage 2 community consultations for the draft Litchfield Subregional Land Use Plan.

Seniors Morning Tea - Meet our new Mayor 12th February

Seniors Morning Tea 12 February at 10.30am