The rezoning proposal for the former Wallerawang Power Station site will help drive the Lithgow region’s economic evolution and future growth.
The Minns Labor Government is doing the work the former government failed to do, to enable this prime land just 10km from Lithgow and adjacent to Lake Wallace to transform into an industrial hub and vibrant lakeside community.
The State Assessed Rezoning Proposal prepared by site owner Greenspot, covers approximately 620 hectares, which is more than double the size of Sydney CBD.
Key features of the proposal which is now on exhibition include:
- a new employment precinct with industrial and commercial land
- building heights between two and five storeys in designated areas
- more than 100 hectares of protected environmental conservation land and open space
- a tourism and recreation precinct adjoining Lake Wallace, connected to new walking and cycling trails through surrounding bushland.
The rezoning follows significant work undertaken by Greenspot to decommission and remediate the former power station site between 2021 and 2023 and supports the Lithgow region’s shift to new industries, following the closure of coal-fired power generation.
Developed in close collaboration with Lithgow City Council, NSW Government agencies and the site owner, the proposal was declared a State Assessed Rezoning Proposal due to its strategic significance, enabling a coordinated assessment process.
The proposal is on public exhibition until 5 pm, Tuesday 25 August 2026.
A community drop-in session will be held from 4 pm to 7 pm on Thursday, 6 August in the Scanlon room at the Black Gold Motel, 121 Main St, Wallerawang, giving interested community members the chance to speak directly with the project team.
For information and to have your say, visit NSW Planning.
This rezoning builds on the release of masterplans and rezoning proposals for the Mt Arthur Coal Mine and Macquarie Coal Complex which are set to unlock more than 7,000 jobs in the Hunter as part of major post-mining land transformations.
The Minns Labor Government is working with industry and councils to plan a secure jobs future as areas across the state evolve from coal to major industrial hubs.
Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said:
“The Wallerawang Power Station helped power New South Wales and the Lithgow community from 1957 to 2014. Now we’re giving this historic site the new future it deserves as an industrial hub and vibrant lakeside community.
“This proposal is an investment in the future of Lithgow region, which could enable thousands of new local jobs, homes and great open space.
“The Minns Labor Government is making sure regional communities have the support and investment they need to attract new industries and investment, creating a clear pipeline of opportunities for future generations.”
Minister for Natural Resources Courtney Houssos said:
“Mining has long been a source of economic prosperity for NSW. As mines close, the government is committed to ensuring sites are rehabilitated safely, and the land is put to new industries that generate economic benefits and well paid jobs for the local communities.
“The Minns Labor Government is committed to exploring new opportunities for post-mine land use which promotes new industries and encourages economic diversification.
”Sites like Wallerawang have supported jobs for generations. Our government is committed to ensuring sites like Wallerawang continue to provide employment opportunities for local communities.”
Mayor of Lithgow City Council Cassandra Coleman said:
“As Lithgow continues to power New South Wales this century the transformation of the former Wallerawang Power Station site will drive the next stage of new industry for our community.”
“The many community development opportunities and business opportunities this proposal provides again shows that Lithgow continues to be recognised as a critical regional hub”.
