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Children & Parents
Resources for kids, parents, families and the young at heart including games, activities, tutorials and streaming video.
Resources for Children & Parents
Beamakids+
Beamakids+ is a separate portal to Beamafilm with a curated collection of kid-friendly films and educational content, all rated PG or below. It is designed specifically to provide a safe and engaging viewing experience for younger viewers and families.
Access
An adult must sign up on Beamafilm with their Townsville Citylibraries membership and set a password to enable parental controls.
App
Download the Beamafilm app:
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BorrowBox
Access popular Australian and international lifestyle magazines — current and back issues — available to stream in your browser or download via the BorrowBox app.
Access
Requires sign in with your Townsville Citylibraries membership.
App
Download the BorrowBox app:
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Busy Things
Busy Things is a colourful and quirky website with over 115 activities covering areas such as problem solving, creative development, reasoning and numeracy for early learning and special needs. Aimed at children aged three to eleven.
Access
Onsite
Access while connected to a public library computer or MiTownsville Wi-Fi network.
Offsite
Requires sign in with your Townsville Citylibraries membership.
CloudLibrary Language Collection
Find your favourite language on CloudLibrary – explore eBooks and eAudiobooks in dozens of languages including French, Spanish, Korean, Italian, Dutch, Chinese and more. Access the CloudLibrary Language Collection free with your library card now!
Access
Onsite
Access while connected to a public library computer or MiTownsville Wi-Fi network.
Offsite
Requires sign in with your Townsville Citylibraries membership.
App
Download the CloudLibrary app:
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Creativebug
The Creativebug database contains go-to resources for DIY, crafters and makers. Access to over 1000 instructional videos and live classes covering drawing, painting, sewing, baking, quilting, knitting, jewellery making, and much more! Includes creative inspiration for adults and kids, 24 hour unlimited access, can be used on any device.
Access
Requires sign in with your Townsville Citylibraries membership.
Gale Interactive: Science
Gale Interactive: Science provides engaging, interactive 3D models to help students better visualise and understand concepts in biology, chemistry, earth and space science. There are also STL files available to help you unleash your 3D printer.
Access
Onsite
Access while connected to a public library computer or MiTownsville Wi-Fi network.
Offsite
Requires sign in with your Townsville Citylibraries membership or State Library of Queensland (SLQ) account.
App
Download the Gale Interactive: Science app:
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Good Reading for Kids
Good Reading for Kids features author interviews, independent book reviews, sneak peeks inside books, extracts and podcasts about books for kids from 0 up to 11 years of age. You'll also find fun book related activities and teachers' notes to download.
Access
Free to access, no sign up required.
Good Reading for Young Adults
Good Reading for Young Adults features author interviews, independent book reviews, student book reviews and short stories, sneak peeks inside books, extracts and podcasts about books for young adults from 12+.
Access
Free to access, no sign up required.
Hoopla Digital
Borrow and enjoy eAudiobooks, eBooks, eComics, eMovies, TV, magazines, or music everywhere you have a screen–your computer, your phone, your car, even your TV. hoopla offers more content, in more places, than any other digital library platform and it's all free thanks to your public library! Various languages are available.
Access
Requires sign in with your Townsville Citylibraries membership.
App
Download the Hoopla Digital app:
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LOTE4Kids
LOTE4Kids features thousands of bilingual audio-picture books in 100+ world languages, all narrated by native-speaking voice talents. Each book is levelled and paired with quizzes and learning activities, so that users can enjoy books and learn language through the power of storytelling! Access via website or mobile app.
Access
Requires sign in with your Townsville Citylibraries membership.
App
Download the LOTE4Kids app:
Website
Parent TV
ParentTV offers thousands of on-demand parenting videos and courses with content designed to support those who care for children, from pregnancy through to teenage years.
Search and find videos on general parenting, play, behaviour, child development, mental health, sleep, nutrition, technology and more.
There is also a selection of online parenting videos that have translated content including visuals of the translator in the video.
Access
Most videos are under 10 minutes in length and can be accessed on your computer, tablet, or smartphone.
Requires sign in with your Townsville Citylibraries membership.
Rainforest Coding
Exciting adventures, interactive tutorials and fun puzzles and games for children ages 3 to 12. Rainforest Coding makes learning Junior programming, Scratch and Python coding easy with great fun for all.
Access
Free to access through the link, no sign up required.
StoryBox Hub
StoryBox Hub is an online ‘reading room’ where children can connect, engage and be inspired by a range of quality Australian stories read on film by Australia’s wonderfully engaging storytellers.
There are online videos of 19 books read in languages other than English, including Auslan.
Access
Requires sign in with your Townsville Citylibraries membership.
App
Download the StoryBox app:
Website
Studiosity
Get online real-time tutoring help with your homework with Studiosity. Help is provided by tutors in English, Mathematics and the Sciences. Draft assignments can also be submitted to receive feedback on structure, choice of language, spelling/grammar and referencing.
There are hundreds of Australian Curriculum-based practice tests available to take for years 3-12, including NAPLAN quizzes. Tutors can also provide feedback on CV or resume help, speech writing and support for ESL and IELTS. Connect and get prompt support from qualified specialists.
For more information read more the FAQ in the Studiosity Help Centre.
Access
Requires sign in with your Townsville Citylibraries membership.
App
Download the Studiosity app:
Website
World Book Kids
World Book Kids is a verified, and trustworthy digital source of information is engaging for grades pre-K through high school, great for students, parents and educators.
Access
Requires sign in with your Townsville Citylibraries membership.
North Queensland Ceramic Awards - Call for artists
The biennial North Qld Ceramic Awards return in 2026. The awards display the diversity of ceramic art currently being produced in Australia, attracting a high calibre of entries from local and national artists. Entries are now open.
Capital Works Program
To keep Townsville growing, Council is actively involved in the delivery of projects to provide vital infrastructure and exciting development opportunities.
Live at Frankie's
Thomas Armstrong-Robley and his world-class band present Live at Frankie's - a special Morning Melodies performance at the Townsville Civic Theatre. Tickets on sale now!
What's On Townsville
What's On Townsville is the North's Ultimate Event Guide! Browse performing and visual arts, children's activities, music, film, festivals, markets, sporting events and more.
Garrison - Exhibiting at Pinnacles Gallery
Featuring around 60 artworks by Douglas Green, Tim Page, George Gittoes, Jon Cattapan & more, this exhibition brings together historical & contemporary perspectives on conflict, service & resilience through works from the City of Townsville Art Collection.
