Councillor Michelle Hobson
Profile
Councillor Michelle Hobson is a Townsville born and raised local with deep personal and professional ties to Division 1.
Raised in Alice River and now raising her own family in the division, Michelle has spent much of her life watching Townsville’s Northern and Western communities grow. Her family has played a significant role in the creation and development of communities across Division 1, including Rupertswood, Rangewood, Black River and most recently Mount Margaret.
This has given Michelle a first-hand understanding of how communities are planned, developed, and shaped overtime.
Michelle holds a Diploma in Legal Services and Health Science and is currently undertaking a graduate certificate in Public Policy. She is also a Justice of the Peace.
As a mother of three, Michelle’s focus is firmly on Townsville’s future. She is committed to strong long-term planning and ensuring Division 1 has a strong consistent voice in Council.
Michelle is determined to deliver representation that creates lasting benefits for generations to come and is incredibly proud to lead the way for Division 1.
Map of Division 1
Council divisions were reviewed by the Local Government Change Commission in 2019, with the boundary changes commencing at the March 2020 elections.
Entries are now open for Strand Ephemera 2027
Artists are invited to submit concepts that will form the North’s premier pop-up public art festival. Spark imagination and wonder, with artworks that celebrate Queensland’s unique stories – creating connection and lasting inspiration. Entries close: 10am, Tuesday 3 November 2026.
12 Days of Young Artists Competition
Calling all young artists! Entries are now open for Townsville City Council’s 12 Days of Young Artists Competition. Students from Prep to Grade 12 are invited to share their vision of Christmas in Townsville. Entries close 18 October.
Community Sentiment Survey
Council’s Community Sentiment Survey is a city-wide survey that gives community members the opportunity to tell Council what is working well, what needs improvement and what matters most to them. The survey closes 30 October 2026.
Capital Works Program
To keep Townsville growing, Council is actively involved in the delivery of projects to provide vital infrastructure and exciting development opportunities.
Recovery Roadshow
Council is taking recovery support on the road, with a series of community events planned across some of our region’s more remote communities. Connected communities recover better - let’s do it together.