2022

Register now for free LGBTQ+ domestic violence prevention presentation

Registrations to a free presentation to identify and help end domestic and family violence in LGBTQ+ relationships are now open.

Contractors to dive in on Northern Beaches pool revitalisation

Townsville City Council has awarded a $5 million construction contract to local company Jackson Semler to replace the Northern Beaches modular steel framed pool with a new concrete pool with tile finish.

Free parking in 2hr spaces extended

Townsville City Council has today voted to extend free parking in designated 2hr parking spots across the central business district through to 30 June 2022.

Week celebrates contribution of youth to Townsville

Young people across Townsville are being recognised for the positive contributions they make to our community as part of Queensland Youth Week from today (1 April) until 11 April 2022.

First weekend of massive double-header set to kick off

Rock out to Killing Heidi at their free concert as part of Townsville Eats from 4pm this Saturday.

Join Townsville’s biggest book club from this week

Get on the same page as the rest of the city when One Title One Townsville kicks off this week.

Council uses environmental program to grow job opportunities for youth

Townsville City Council has used a Queensland Government-funded environmental program to help improve the local environment and create job opportunities for First Nations Australians, long-term unemployed and underemployed youth.

NQ Field Days returns with support from TCC

NQ Field Days will be returning to Townsville with an expected 10,000 visitors after a six-year hiatus with support from Townsville City Council.

Let Council know how you use Anzac Memorial Park

Townsville City Council is preparing for future works within Anzac Memorial Park by asking residents to have their say on the renewal of the open space.

Council shifts sand to manage beach erosion

Hi-vis work shirts will replace rashies on Toolakea Beach from today as Townsville City Council undertakes work to tackle shoreline erosion.

Blue-green algae being monitored

Recent hot and dry conditions created the perfect environment for blue-green algae growth in the Ross River Dam, prompting Townsville City Council to again remind the community about potential impact on the city’s water supply.

Lansdown master plan endorsed

The development of the Lansdown Eco-Industrial Precinct has achieved another key milestone with Townsville City Council formally endorsing the infrastructure masterplan for the jobs-generating estate.

Marabou Park rises from the ashes

Playground equipment at a much-loved Annandale park has been rebuilt after vandals set fire to it in July last year.

E-scooters to expand across Townsville city, suburbs

E-scooters will be rolling out across an additional 16 square kilometres of ride zones in Townsville after Council today approved an application from Neuron to expand it service area.

Blockbuster weekends set to bring 30,000 to Townsville CBD for sport, concerts

Townsville’s city centre will burst to life with free rock concerts and food festivals during two blockbuster weekends celebrating sport and culture in the heart of the city.

Momentum building behind simulation training facility

Council has today endorsed a proposal to establish a company to develop an industry-leading simulation training facility for defence, education and health based in Townsville.

TCC adopts Reef Guardian Action Plan 2020-2024

Townsville City Council is furthering its commitment to working together today for a healthier reef tomorrow with its new Reef Guardian Action Plan 2020 – 2024.

Townsville coastlines restored after 2019 floods

More than 55,000m³ of sand and 1,500 coastal plants have been used to restore badly eroded coastlines in the Townsville region following the unprecedented 2019 monsoon.

Entries open for Townsville CityLibraries Short Story Competition

Take inspiration from just a stone’s throw away with this year’s Townsville CityLibraries Short Story Competition.

Register now for Townsville Youth Council’s open mic night

Townsville Youth Council is launching Youth Week 2022 with a virtual open mic night to put creative young locals centre stage.