Lithgow is at a crossroads, with major events and attractions facing an uncertain future and a transition in which we seem to be forgotten. In a town promised that “No-one held back, no-one left behind,” it's hard not to feel like we’re being left in the dust.

In this episode, Brad & Ian tackle some hard truths, including:

• 🎸🏛 Ironfest canceled & Beatlesfest moved to Bathurst – two significant losses for the region’s event calendar.
• 🛠️ The fight to save the Small Arms Factory Museum – a nationally significant site under threat after a devastating security breach and an ongoing lease battle, with very little community support. (Read more: https://www.echo.net.au/2025/02/goodwill-lost-over-museum-backflip/)
• 🧱 The call for action – why Lithgow needs to stop talking and start laying bricks to bridge the looming $400M GDP gap.
• 🌄 Opportunities on the horizon – from the Lost City upgrades to a $6M mountain bike investment.
• 🌏🏉 Local legends making waves – from Emmy nominations to NRL debuts, Lithgow’s talent continues to shine on the national stage.

🔥 It’s an unfiltered, passionate conversation about what Lithgow must do to secure its future.

🎤 We want your feedback! Got thoughts, ideas, or challenges? We’d love to hear from you!