Active City Plan Amendments
Townsville City Council is committed to continuously maintaining and improving the Townsville City Plan.
Major Amendment (Version 2025/01)
The purpose of Major Amendment (Version 2025/01) is to streamline the development assessment process and make it easier to deliver supported development in appropriate locations. It is supported by the following key objectives:
- aligning the planning scheme with prevailing planning instruments and legislation
- supporting development opportunities that contribute to a strong economy
- providing maintenance and administrative improvements to the planning scheme.
Christmas 2P Free Parking
Enjoy 2 hours of free parking in the city this December. No need to use the meter or the Townsville Parking app in 2P zones, but time limits still apply.
Hervey Range Tip Shop is back!
We’re reopening on 11 December 2025. Our hours of operation will be Thursday to Sunday 9am to 4pm.
Mayor's Christmas Appeal
The Mayor’s Christmas Appeal has been helping local families and individuals in need for more than 38 years. Give the gift of hope this Christmas. Every contribution, big or small, makes a real difference right here in Townsville
Carols by Candlelight
Carols by Candlelight, brought to you by Sun Metals, will return to Riverway under the big top tent on Sunday 7 December 2025.
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