The draft plan out outlines six focus areas and more than 50 actions highlighting the successes and challenges of Aboriginal people living and working in Lake Macquarie.

The council says Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will gain better access to Lake Macquarie services and facilities under the plan.

"The draft plan highlights some of the positive outcomes that have already taken place in our community, and provides actions to be carried out across council to address some of the community's ongoing needs," the council's Aboriginal community development officer Maree Edwards said.

The six focus areas are: cultural awareness and understanding; cultural celebrations; elders and people with disability; culture, country, heritage, language; children and young people; and partnerships, funding and support.

Ms Edwards said the plan aimed to improve livelihoods and cultural values, and enhance the relationships of the council and community and service providers.

"We want to build knowledge and understanding of, and respect for, Aboriginal culture and heritage, and improve issues still facing Aboriginal people," she said.

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders account for 4.1 per cent of the ciy's population, which is higher than the national average of 2.8 per cent.

The plan is on exhibition at the city's libraries and at Speers Point until April 30.

COUNCIL is stepping up the support offered to local residents who need help with the three-bin waste service.

Council invites locals to drop in for advice, more compostable bags, or help ordering additional services.

Drop-in information sessions will be held on Thursday, April 11, from 3pm to 6pm, at Morisset Square; and on Friday, April 12, from 3pm to 6pm, at Toronto Town Square.

Locals who can't make it to the drop-in sessions are invited to call council on 4921 0333 for assistance, or visit lakemac.com.au for tips and advice.

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