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Business & Economy

Townsville is the largest city in Northern Australia, is the gateway to mining and agricultural regions, and is perfectly positioned as Australia’s gateway to Asia.  The city holds a number of opportunities for investment, development and business.

Townsville City Council’s 2020-21 budget underlines its commitment to help the community recover from the economic and social impacts of the COVID-19 global pandemic.

To assist Townsville’s economic recovery from the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic control measures, Council will support development that provides new Townsville jobs.

Under the Coronavirus Response New Local Jobs Policy, eligible developments will be able to receive a reduction in Infrastructure Charges.

Townsville Development Incentives Package 2019-21

The Townsville Development Incentives Package 2019-21 has been created in order to generate investment and create employment opportunities for the city.
Townsville City Deal

The Townsville City Deal will grow our economy and transform the city.
Townsville North Queensland Defence Strategy

The Townsville North Queensland Defence Strategy is our city’s plan to strengthen this role over the decades to come.
Investing in Townsville

The region's prime investment opportunities.
Film and Creative Industries

As Townsville grows, council is supporting the film and creative industries.
Regional Projects

Council is committed to assisting in projects that benefit the Townsville region.