During a Disaster
In the event of a disaster or emergency, it is important to stay calm. Follow your prepared emergency plan and, if possible, visit our Emergency Management and Disaster Dashboard or tune into local radio to stay informed and promptly follow instructions from authorities.
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Tune in to Stay Informed
Stay informed about the local area in times of disaster through our Disaster Dashboard, Radio Stations, Warnings and Alerts and the Emergency Alert System. -
Emergency Contacts
During a disaster it is important to know your emergency contacts. -
Shelter and Evacuation Options
Prior to each cyclone season, Townsville residents need to develop a Household Emergency Plan that includes evacuation and shelter considerations. -
Introducing AusAlert
AusAlert is a new national warning system that uses the latest technology to send emergency messages to compatible mobile devices during local and national disasters.
Morning Melodies: Townsville's Got Talent
Townsville’s Got Talent returns for a special Morning Melodies performance at the Townsville Civic Theatre. Celebrating local performers across music, dance and theatre, the concert promises a diverse program filled with passion, creativity and entertainment.
Be Water Wise 365
Whether it's inside your home or out in the yard, the choices we make every day matter. Let's all do our part to be Water Wise 365 - because small changes today make a big difference tomorrow.
Capital Works Program
To keep Townsville growing, Council is actively involved in the delivery of projects to provide vital infrastructure and exciting development opportunities.
Garage Sale Trail
Garage Sale Trail returns to Townsville over two big weekends, 7-8 and 14-15 November 2026. Hundreds of locals will join together for one last national celebration of buying and selling secondhand. Register now!
They Will Be Kings
Uniting some of Australia’s most exciting & influential trans activists, drag king performers and award-winning artists to rewrite the queer history of 21st Century Australia. Join the revolution. Celebrate the Kings.