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Free microchipping for Townsville pets

Residents can take their registered pets to Bushland Beach Park on Sunday 15 April to have the procedure done for free.
Council Committee rejects supporting Bluewater land sale

Townsville City Council’s Infrastructure Services Committee voted against supporting the proposed sale of State-owned land at Bluewater.
Residents to have their say on new Smart City Strategy

Townsville City Council is developing a Smart City Strategy, which will help to create new economic opportunities, improve our lifestyle and boost efficiency.
Uncontained opening a massive hit

Around 5000 fans gathered in Strand Park for the Thundamentals and the opening of Uncontained last night.
Council and RSPCA agree to transition animal services

Townsville Mayor, Jenny Hill, invited the RSPCA Qld to attend a meeting this week, regarding its plans to transition away from providing services in Townsville
Game on for Commonwealth Games basketball

The Commonwealth Games basketball action tips off tonight at the Townsville Entertainment and Convention Centre with England taking on Scotland in the men’s opening match.
Indigenous art project shares the Commonwealth Games dream

Colourful new signs are being unveiled around the city to recognise and celebrate Townsville’s traditional owners as part of the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games (GC2018) festivities.
Festival 2018 officially launches today!

The wait is over with Festival 2018 and the Commonwealth Games officially launching at an Opening Event at Jezzine Barracks tonight.
Companies shortlisted for pipe supply tender

Council has voted to negotiate with the two shortlisted companies to supply pipe for the $215 million water pipeline.
Local Disaster Management Group on stand-by after TC Iris reformed

The Townsville Local Disaster Management Group remains on stand-by after Tropical Cyclone Iris reformed in the Coral Sea today.