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The Strand's 20th Birthday
This page commemorates when The Strand turned 20, on Saturday 19 October 2019.
Before Reconstruction


Kissing Point, the Strand and the suburb of North Ward, aerial view, 1968

Athletes preparing for a triathlon on the Strand beach, Townsville, 1991

The rock wall on the Strand, reconstructed after Cyclone Althea, 1973


Construction of the Coral Sea Memorial Rockpool at Kissing Point nearing completion, 1968

The Rockpool on The Strand, reconstructed after Cyclone Althea, 1973

Swimmers at the Coral Sea Memorial Rockpool, Kissing Point, 1968

During Reconstruction

Work in progress on The Strand redevelopment, 8 December 1998





Work in progress on The Strand Park foreshore during The Strand redevelopment, 1999

Aerial view of work in progress on The Strand redevelopment, 1999

Work in progress near Strand Park during The Strand redevelopment, 1999

Work in progress on The Strand Rockpool during The Strand redevelopment, 1999
After Reconstruction

Aerial of The Strand

Aerial of The Strand

Aerial of The Strand

Aerial of The Strand

Aerial of The Strand Headland

Aerial of The Strand Jetty

Strand Pathway

Strand Water Park

The Strand Rockpool

Strand Beach

Strand Beach

Strand Beach

Strand Jetty

Strand Jetty
Term 3 First 5 Forever Program
Something new is coming for our littlest library lovers. From the start of Term 3 (July - September), we’re refreshing our early years programs to bring you even more ways to talk, read, sing and play.
Are YOU a loo legend?
Find out if you’re a Rookie Flusher, a Drain Defender, or the Ultimate Loo Legend. Think you’ve mastered the art of flushing? Take the quiz and put your knowledge to the test.
Capital Works Program
To keep Townsville growing, Council is actively involved in the delivery of projects to provide vital infrastructure and exciting development opportunities.
Adult Learners' Week
Follow Your Compass this Adult Learners' Week at Townsville Citylibraries. From digital skills and creative workshops to a special free screening of The Librarians, there are plenty of opportunities to learn, create and connect.
Kerbside Collection & Tip Voucher Program
Eligible residential properties have the flexibility of choosing between one free kerbside hard waste collection or two free tip vouchers each financial year. Making your choice is easy, apply online at any time.
