Algal bloom has forced the closure of the Rockpool on The Strand this morning.

Townsville residents have continued to exceed water consumption targets despite the threat of Level 4 restrictions. More than 115ML a day was drawn in the past week (November 24-30), well over the Level 3 target of 100ML.

Townsville’s CBD will turn into a sparkling winter wonderland tomorrow with Christmas lights, real Christmas trees, Santa, snow and fairies bringing Christmas cheer to Flinders St.

A renewable energy facility capable of generating enough electricity to power 55,000 homes received the green light by Townsville City Council’s Planning and Development Committee yesterday.

Castle Hill, The Strand, Paluma or Hervey Range could be the setting for the next movie blockbuster thanks to a new initiative to be launched in Townsville tonight.

Townsville City Council will offer its two-hour parking spaces for free in the CBD in December.

Time limits for some parking zones in Walker and Stanley Street have been extended as a result of public feedback.

The festive season has officially arrived in Townsville’s CBD. Council staff used a crane and scissor lift this morning to install and decorate the city’s six-metre solar powered Christmas tree in Townsville Bulletin Square.

Townsville Mayor Jenny Hill has warned residents could be hit with Level 4 water restrictions early next year if the daily water consumption target of 100ML a day is not met.

National Skin Cancer Action Week, November  20-26, is a timely reminder for people to protect themselves from the sun this summer.