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Policy Review

Effective: 6 February 2026

Townsville City Council is currently reviewing the City Activation and Housing Incentive Policy to ensure it achieves its intended purpose. Council is exploring more financially sustainable incentive options to support future development in Townsville.

All policies are subject to change at Council’s discretion. For enquiries or to provide feedback on the City Activation and Housing Incentive Policy, please contact: economic.development@townsville.qld.gov.au.

City Activation and Housing Incentive Policy

The City Activation and Housing Incentive Policy was developed with the intent of generating investment, increasing housing diversity, supporting community activities and creating employment opportunities.

Economic Activation Partnerships

Economic Activation Partnerships create mutually beneficial agreements with Community organisations to support the delivery of economic activation outcomes for Townsville. Benefits may include:

  • enhancement of the profile of Townsville
  • fostering community pride; and
  • driving job creation and growth in the local government area.

Funding and in-kind support is available for up to three years and the program is most suited to organisations with a proven working history with Council collaborating to grow our city.  For more information and guidelines on who can apply, visit Townsville City Economic Activation Partnerships.

Other Grants and Incentives

Federal and State government departments also offer a number of grants which can be found here:

Applications for grants and support often have specific dates for when they open and close, so you need to prepare and allow enough time to complete the application.