Lithgow, once a powerhouse of coal and steel, is a city defined by its strong industrial heritage. Now it’s fighting for a new chapter.
The local council and transport experts are lobbying the state and federal governments to revive the city’s railway yard, not just as a heritage site, but as the birthplace of a cleaner, greener rail industry.
At the heart of the plan is to retrofit vintage trains with solar technology, making Lithgow a hub for innovation and tourism built on the city’s underrated charm.
Image: Image: Shutterstock – Phillip Wittke
Produced By: Susan Hu
Featured In Story: Dr Michelle Zeibots, Senior Lecturer in Transports at UTS’ School of Civil and Environmental Engineering
First aired on The Wire, Wednesday 24 September 2025