It was a string of break-ins at Condobolin and Lake Cargelligo waste facilities led to the decision to make both facilities cashless.
As reported by the Western Plains App, as of 1 April 2024, all waste management facilities operated by the Lachlan Shire Council (LSC) will be cashless, including Condobolin, Lake Cargelligo and Tottenham, and will only accept EFTPOS payments.
The decision to keep cash out of the facility was made after Condobolin recorded four break-ins from October 2024 to January 2024, and another two in Lake Cargelligo where the float and cash have been stolen…