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Council targets feral horses with pest declaration

Townsville City Council will now have the power to direct land holders – including the State and Commonwealth Governments, to control feral horses on their properties.
Horseshoe Bay protection works continue

Council will redistribute sand along Horseshoe Bay this month to balance out uneven levels caused by erosion.
Mighty Cowboys colours fly high over Brisbane CBD

The NQ Cowboys colours are flying proudly on Brisbane’s historic Story Bridge.
Mosquito response program to stamp out dengue fever

Council health officers will this week begin its Proactive Urban Mosquito Response Program throughout Douglas and Annandale to reduce the chances of a dengue fever outbreak in the lead up to, and during, the upcoming wet season.
Mayor presents keys to the city to victorious Cowboys

The NQ Toyota Cowboys grand final victory was the greatest sporting moment in the North's history, Townsville Mayor Cr Jenny Hill told thousands of fans at the city's reception for the team at 1300SMILES Stadium today.
Breast cancer awareness garden officially opened

Dan Gleeson Memorial Gardens turned pink on Sunday for the opening of the new Breast Cancer Awareness Garden.
City plans community event to welcome Cowboys home

Townsville will throw open the gates to 1300SMILES Stadium for a huge civic reception to welcome home the North Queensland Toyota Cowboys on Monday 5 October.
New floor to make its debut at first Crocs home game

The Townsville City Council will deliver a new timber floor at the Townsville Entertainment and Convention Centre under budget and ahead of the first Crocodiles home game on October 9.