LEEP Events
LEEP Events
Most LEEP events are held at the Central West Adaptive Skills Hub, 176 Mort Street, Lithgow.
Lithgow Workforce Forum
The Lithgow Workforce Forum is a structured mechanism for bringing together employers, training providers, educators, unions, government agencies and community organisations to coordinate workforce priorities for the region. The Forum will help ensure decisions are evidence‑based and responsive to emerging needs, and will support the co‑design of training programs, validation of workforce demand, and monitoring of progress. Contact us to get involved – leep@lithgow.nsw.gov.au
- Lithgow Workforce Forum 2026 #1 – Wednesday 4 March, 2–4pm
- Lithgow Workforce Forum 2026 #2 – Wednesday 20 May, 2–4pm
- Lithgow Workforce Forum 2026 #3 – Wednesday 2 September, 2–4pm
- Lithgow Workforce Forum 2026 #4 – Wednesday 25 November, 2–4pm
First Friday local business networking meet-ups at the Tin Shed
First Friday local business networking meet‑ups – kick‑starting collaboration, connection and local procurement opportunities in Lithgow! Come along, bring a colleague, and let’s grow local connections together.
Join us at The Tin Shed on the first Friday of each month for an informal, friendly networking coffee hosted by the Lithgow Emerging Economy Plan (LEEP).
These sessions are all about:
- connecting with other local businesses
- discovering collaboration and partnership opportunities
- surfacing local procurement possibilities
- sharing ideas, challenges and innovations
- strengthening our local economy, one conversation at a time
No speeches. No presentations. Just good coffee and authentic connection.
2026 Meet‑ups:
- Friday 6 March
- *(No April meet‑up – Public Holiday)
- Friday 1 May
- Friday 5 June
- Friday 3 July
- Friday 7 August
- Friday 4 September
- Friday 2 October
- Friday 6 November
Time: 7.00am–8.30am
Where: The Tin Shed, Lithgow
Who’s invited: Any local business, entrepreneur, sole trader, start‑up or organisation working in or with the Lithgow region.
SEGRA National Regional and Economic Development Summit 2026 – Future Made in Regional Australia
Wednesday 25 and Thursday 26 March 2026, Lithgow
Join regional leaders, innovators and policymakers at the 27th annual SEGRA Summit, hosted by the Lithgow Emerging Economy Plan (LEEP).
The theme, “A Future Made in Regional Australia”, focuses on practical solutions for rural, remote, and regional communities.
Highlights include:
- Emerging Champions Program: A leadership development opportunity for 10 young regional leaders
- Local tours and SEGTALKS: Quick-fire presentations showcasing innovation and best practice
- Keynotes and case studies: Exploring investment, diversification, low-emissions industries, and inclusive growth
Services Day Lithgow – Thursday 18 June, 2026
Do you need help with legal advice, Centrelink or Medicare, ID and birth certificates, NILS loans, or support to reduce fines?
Join us for a free Services Day at the Adaptive Skills Hub – bringing essential services together in one place to help you get the support you need. Bookings not required – everyone is welcome to drop in any time between 10am-1pm.
When: Thursday 18 June 2026, 10am–1pm
Where: The Adaptive Skills Hub, 176 Mort Street, Lithgow
Hosted in partnership with Workforce Australia Local Jobs.
Mature Age Talent Hub – Thursday 20 August, 2026
Are you 45+ and thinking about returning to work, changing careers, or updating your skills? Join us at the Mature Age Talent Hub at the Adaptive Skills Hub – a friendly, practical session connecting you with local support, training options, and employment opportunities.
When: Thursday 20 August 2026, 9.30am–1pm
Where: The Adaptive Skills Hub, 176 Mort Street, Lithgow
Meet local employment and training services, discover programs that can help build confidence and skills, explore volunteering or job opportunities, and hear why mature‑age workers are so valuable in today’s workforce. This free event is open to all –bookings are not required, just drop by between 9.30am and 1pm.
Hosted in partnership with Workforce Australia Local Jobs.
Annual Community Workshop
This event will support the development of the community’s ideas about Lithgow’s future, provide an opportunity for cross-pollination of ideas and transitions management opportunities to flourish, and ensure the LEEP program remains aligned with the community’s vision.
The annual community workshops will commence from late 2026 or in 2027, as Lithgow City Council is already undertaking extensive community consultation and future visioning work in 2025 and 2026 through its refresh of the Community Strategic Plan and Growth Management Strategy.