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Operational Plan and Budget Archives

2018/19

The Townsville City Council 2018/19 Operational Plan and Budget was adopted at the Ordinary Council Meeting on Tuesday 26 June 2018. The budget will deliver the biggest infrastructure spend in Townsville City Council’s history.

2018/19 Budget Summary (PDF, 5.3 MB)
2018/19 Operational Plan and Budget (PDF, 5.2 MB)
2018/19 Mayor Cr Jenny Hill Budget Speech (PDF, 721.7 KB)
2018/19 Budget Media Releases
2018/19 Mid Year Budget Review (PDF, 1.7 MB)

2017/18

The Townsville City Council 2017/18 Operational Plan and Budget was adopted at the Ordinary Council Meeting on Tuesday 27 June 2017. The budget will deliver a 5% cut on gross general rates for residential ratepayers.

2017/2018 Mid-Year Budget Review (PDF, 1.8 MB)
2017/2018 Operational Plan and Budget (PDF, 3.5 MB)
2017/2018 Operational Plan - updated 28 November 2017 (PDF, 1.8 MB)
2017/2018 Budget Summary (PDF, 2.6 MB)
2017/2018 Mayor Cr Jenny Hill Budget Speech (PDF, 234.3 KB)
2017/2018 Budget Media Releases

2016/2017

The Townsville City Council 2016/17 Operational Plan and Budget was adopted at a Special Council Meeting on Wednesday 6 July, 2016. The budget will deliver a zero increase on general rates and utility charges.

2016/2017 Operational Plan and Budget (PDF, 6.0 MB)
2016/2017 Budget at a Glance (PDF, 310.6 KB)
2016/2017 Mayor Cr Jenny Hill Budget Speech (PDF, 290.8 KB)
2016/2017 Media Releases

2015/2016

The Townsville City Council 2015/16 Operational Plan and Budget was adopted at a Special Council Meeting on Tuesday 7 July 2015. The budget will deliver a 1.45% overall increase on rates and charges (or a rise of 92 cents a week) for an average residential property.

2015/2016 Operational Plan and Budget (PDF, 3.7 MB)
Revised 4 month Budget Review 2015/2016 (PDF, 1.2 MB)
2015/2016 Schedule of Fees and Charges (PDF, 2.2 MB)
2015/2016 Budget at a Glance (PDF, 310.6 KB)

2014/2015

The Townsville City Council 2014/15 Operational Plan and Budget was adopted at its Special Council meeting held on 8 July 2014.

2014/2015 Operational Plan and Budget (PDF, 5.3 MB)
Revised 4 month Budget Review 2014/2015 (PDF, 1.9 MB)
Revised 9 month Budget Review 2014/2015 (PDF, 1.6 MB)

Budget Archives

2014/2015 Operational Plan and Budget (PDF, 5.3 MB) Revised 4 month Budget Review 2014/2015(PDF, 1.9 MB) Revised 9 month Budget Review 2014/2015 (PDF, 1.6 MB)
2013/2014 Operational Plan and Budget (PDF, 6.3 MB)
2 012/2013 Budget (PDF, 3.6 MB)
2011/2012 Budget (PDF, 1.6 MB)
2011/2012 Revised Budget (PDF, 89.5 KB)
2010/2011 Budget (PDF, 353.3 KB)
2010/2011 Revised Budget (PDF, 475.3 KB)

Annual Report

Our 2018/19 Annual Report was adopted by Council on 10 December 2019. This report builds on our previous efforts to accelerate job creation opportunities, deliver on water security and ensure economic activation across the city.

This is an annual report that demonstrates our focus on building for the future of our community. Using the solid work of the last three years as a foundation, Council demonstrates city wide commitment to the highest possible levels of affordable service delivery, rebuilding our community after the monsoon event, and giving locals the best opportunities in employment and business.

Annual Report 2018/19 (includes Financial Statements) (PDF, 6.9 MB)

Annual Report 2018/19 Summary (PDF, 2.1 MB)

Disclaimer: Those viewing an electronic presentation of the financial statements should note that audit does not provide assurance on the integrity of the information presented electronically and does not provide an opinion on any information which may be hyperlinked to or from the financial statements. If users of the financial statements are concerned with the inherent risks arising from electronic presentation of information, they are advised to refer to the printed copy of the audited financial statements to confirm the accuracy of this electronically presented information.

Quarterly Performance Reports

Corporate Plan

Townsville City Council Corporate Plan 2020 - 2024 is Council's principal long term planning document which identifies the issues and priorities for council over the next 5 years and beyond. The Corporate Plan is the document from which other council plans, strategies, policies and processes are created.

The Corporate Plan 2020-2024 incorporates the policy commitments of the Mayor and Councillors, key initiatives outlined in the Townsville City Deal – Smart Cities Plan, the outcomes of the organisational review, and other key Council documents.

The Corporate Plan 2020 - 2024 was adopted by Council on 28 May 2019.

Corporate Plan 2020 - 2024 (PDF, 1.5 MB)

Strategic Asset Management Plan

The provision and upkeep of infrastructure and associated services is at the heart of council’s long term commitment for the Townsville community. The protection and development of the city’s infrastructure is a core goal that council aims to achieve through diligent, efficient and productive use of resources.

This summary details management and strategic development goals for our major infrastructure including water, waste, wastewater, transport, stormwater, buildings and parks.

2019/20 Strategic Asset Management Plan (PDF, 2.6 MB)

Corporate Governance Framework

Council has developed a Corporate Governance Framework to ensure compliance with legislation and best practice democratic local government. Council is committed to high standards of corporate governance and accountability and seeks continuous improvement in this regard.

Corporate Governance Framework (PDF, 1.1 MB)

2020-2024 Arts Strategy

The 2020-2024 Arts Strategy brings together Council’s visual and performing arts areas in one strategic document. It recognises the alignment of the two areas under common themes as well as their distinctiveness in providing programs and services for the community. Notably the strategy acknowledges the importance of the arts to community wellbeing and economic growth. It is informed by thorough community and stakeholder engagement.

2020-2024 Arts Strategy (PDF, 2.6 MB)

Sport and Recreation Facility Strategy

The Townsville City Council Sport and Recreation Facility Strategy 2018-2028 will help Council to achieve its vision to become a leader in the provision of high-quality sport and recreation facilities, building on the liveability of Townsville and enhancing the health and wellbeing of the local community through active, inclusive and diverse participation opportunities.

This strategy was developed to embrace the region’s love of sport and physical activity by guiding Council’s strategic approach to its facility network development, to further enhance participation opportunities and to recognise and further build on the efforts of local volunteers in running competitions.

Council’s Sport and Recreation Facility Strategy provided prioritised infrastructure developments based on an understanding of actual Townsville sport and recreation trends. This includes open spaces (fields, courts, tracks, etc.), as well as infrastructure (clubhouses, change rooms, etc.).

The practical recommendations of this strategy are designed to allow Townsville City Council to make informed, strategic decisions in relation to its management of the sport and recreation facility network in Townsville. They support and allow for easier and committed decision-making by Council that is strategic, prioritised, data driven, supported by policy and framework, well consulted and collaborative.

Council’s Sport and Recreation Facility Strategy will provide prioritised infrastructure developments based on an understanding of actual Townsville sport and recreation trends. This includes open spaces (fields, courts, tracks, etc.), as well as infrastructure (clubhouses, change rooms, etc.).

For more information about the strategy, contact the Future Cities team. For more information on the implementation plan, contact the Community Programs team.

Frequently Asked Questions

For the Strategy, the following definitions, as per the Queensland Government Sport and Recreation Planning Program, are being used:

Sport is a human physical activity involving physical exertion and skill as the primary focus of the activity, with elements of competition where rules and patterns of behaviour governing the activity exist formally through organisations and is generally recognised as a sport.

(Active) recreation activities are those involving physical exertion where the primary focus is individual or group participation and enjoyment over elements of competition where rules and patterns of behaviour govern the activity. Active recreation does not include ‘active work’ or ‘active living’. For the purpose of this program, any reference to ‘recreation’ is defined as ‘active recreation’.

Activities that are not being considered in the strategy (based on the definitions above) include leisure activities such as fishing and recreational boating, as well as active transport and active living, which are or may be investigated by Council separately.

Townsville City Economic Development Plan 2013-2017

The Townsville City Economic Development Plan 2013-2017 provides a strategic agenda to support Townsville’s growth as the second capital city of Queensland and as one of Australia’s most important regional cities.

The plan 2013-2017 concentrates on supporting core industry drivers including, Productive Precincts, Infrastructure Development, Business Support and Skills, Marketing and Investment Attraction.

Ross River Waterway System - Management of Recreational Use Plan

With Townsville City experiencing positive population growth and strong economic growth, there has been a rising trend in the popularity and participation in a variety of water sports and other recreational pursuits on the Ross River, in particular, the Black Weir section, over the past five to 10 years.

In response, the Ross River Waterway System – Management of Recreational Use Plan has been implemented and will be revised every 3 years. The only changes to the recreational use arrangements are in relation to the zones in Black Weir.