Festival of Stories 2025
Festival of Stories 2025 was held at Citylibraries Aitkenvale on Friday 28 March and Saturday 29 March 2025, celebrating storytelling in all its forms.
There was a jam-packed program full of talks, activities and live entertainment, featuring: Kellie Byrnes, Bruce Pascoe, Julie Goodwin, Cheryl Leavy, Linda Wright, Peter Greste, Simon Cleary, Rosa Christian, Boori Monty Pryor, Alyson Walton, Dr Melanie Saward, Laura Kinch, Veronica Lando, Candice Fox, Chris Hammer.
As well as authors of national acclaim, Townsville authors and poets were also well represented, with a range of locals sharing their stories and top storytelling tips.
Everybody has a story to tell.
Mother's Day Memorial
Join us at Belgian Gardens Cemetery for a special memorial to remember those close to us that we have lost. The memorial is a free community event and open to all who seek to connect with others to remember their loved ones ahead of Mother's Day.
Electrifying 80's
Join Paulini and Tim Campbell live at Townsville Civic Theatre with Electrifying 80s! This high-voltage show is packed with hits of the decade, neon-soaked nostalgia and enough energy to light up a dancefloor!
Anzac Day 2026
Join Townsville City Council this Anzac Day, in partnership with the Townsville and Thuringowa RSL sub-branches. Commemorative services and parades will be held at the Thuringowa Cenotaph, Riverway Precinct and Anzac Memorial Park, The Strand
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.
Capital Works Program
To keep Townsville growing, Council is actively involved in the delivery of projects to provide vital infrastructure and exciting development opportunities.