Local History
Discover the rich history of Townsville and the surrounding region through Stories of Townsville and our Local History Collection.
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Local History Service & Collection
Discover the rich history of Townsville and the surrounding region. -
Self-Guided Tours
Download our heritage and cemetery walks brochures for self-guided tours around Townsville. -
Stories of Townsville
Interactive online resource that brings our community's collective memory to life.
Entries are now open for Strand Ephemera 2027
Artists are invited to submit concepts that will form the North’s premier pop-up public art festival. Spark imagination and wonder, with artworks that celebrate Queensland’s unique stories – creating connection and lasting inspiration. Entries close: 10am, Tuesday 3 November 2026.
Recovery Roadshow
Council is taking recovery support on the road, with a series of community events planned across some of our region’s more remote communities. Connected communities recover better - let’s do it together.
Capital Works Program
To keep Townsville growing, Council is actively involved in the delivery of projects to provide vital infrastructure and exciting development opportunities.
Community Sentiment Survey
Council’s Community Sentiment Survey is a city-wide survey that gives community members the opportunity to tell Council what is working well, what needs improvement and what matters most to them. The survey closes 30 October 2026.
12 Days of Young Artists Competition
Calling all young artists! Entries are now open for Townsville City Council’s 12 Days of Young Artists Competition. Students from Prep to Grade 12 are invited to share their vision of Christmas in Townsville. Entries close 18 October.