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Budget 2026/27

Townsville City Council’s Budget and Operational Plan for the 2026/27 financial year has now been adopted.

The $1 billion budget reflects a responsible and practical approach, ensuring the city continues to move forward while offering ratepayers the best possible value for money. This budget represents a continued focus on getting back to basics and delivering the everyday services Townsville residents rely on, as well as significant investment in critical infrastructure to support future growth.

The Townsville City Council 2026/27 Budget and Operational Plan was adopted at the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Wednesday 17 June 2026.

Learn how rates are calculated, and more about the changes to your rates and utilities in the 2026/27 budget.

2026/27 Budget Overview

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What this budget means for you

The budget is funded by a combination of rates, utility charges, capital grants, donated assets and loans.

Every year, your rates and utility charges are invested back into the community.

Expand the options below to see where each $100 of your rates is allocated in the 2026/27 financial year.

For every $100 – where your rates go

For every $100 of your rates: $3.27 goes to environment and sustainability services, $5.21 goes to drain and stormwater management, $5.32 goes to planning and development, $12.84 goes to cultural and community services, $22.07 goes to parks and open space management, and $51.29 goes to roads and transport management.