We're updating our weekend opening hours to better match when you visit and use our services.
These changes mean our staff will be more available during our busiest times to support you.
Citylibraries Aitkenvale - Saturday: 9am - 1pm, Sunday: 9am - 1pm
Citylibraries Flinders Street - Saturday: 9am - 12pm, Sunday: 9am - 12pm
Citylibraries Riverway - Saturday: 9am - 3pm, Sunday: 9am - 3pm
All Townsville Citylibraries branches will be closed on 6 July 2026 for the public holiday.
All library branches re-open at 9am on 7 July 2026.
We are always open online.
Modern, light‑filled, and set along the beautiful Ross River, Citylibraries Riverway is a vibrant space designed for creativity, learning, and connection. The Citylibraries Riverway Creative Hub includes a Makerspace and two Digital Studios, offering tools for making, designing, and digital production. A dedicated business lounge and several flexible meeting spaces support work, study, and collaboration. Exceptional children’s and youth areas provide engaging zones for reading, play, and discovery, complemented by a fresh, well‑curated collection and welcoming staff.
To keep Townsville growing, Council is actively involved in the delivery of projects to provide vital infrastructure and exciting development opportunities.
Don't miss a minute of fun these school holidays! Check out Council's digital School Holiday Guide packed with low and no-cost activities happening these June/July school holidays.
The awards attract a high calibre of local and national entries, with competitors vying for the acquisitive $10,000 City of Townsville Art Collection Award and a $1,000 People’s Choice Award. Entries close 5pm on Tuesday 7 July 2026.
Alice is coming to Townsville Civic Theatre from Thursday 17 – Saturday 20 June! Starring the talented Ulysses Dancers, this contemporary dance production will transport you to Wonderland for a whimsical 2-hour show. Tickets on sale now.
Join Citylibraries Riverway for the exciting book launch of Geigi the Stubborn Boy by local Townsville authors Michael and Elliot Passi.