Venues & Open Space Bookings

Important Note
In line with the Queensland Government's easing of some of the COVID-19 restrictions, the following facilities have now been re-opened.

Community centres will reopen on 12 June and all bookings at Council's community centres must comply with stage two guidelines.
- 28.05.2020 - Media release - Townsville community centres now open for bookings

Playgrounds, skateparks and outdoor exercise equipment
- These areas will re-open from Saturday, 16 May 2020.
- BBQ facilities in parks will reopen Saturday, 23 May 2020.
- Social distancing and appropriate hygiene practices are encouraged in line with the Australian Government's new requirements.
- 14.05.20 - Media Release - Council facilities and assets to re-open as COVID restrictions ease
- 21.05.20 - Media Release - Community barbecues to start cooking again

Closure Notice
Following the Australian Government’s new social distancing restrictions, Council has made the decision to close the following facilities to the public in order to help slow the spread of coronavirus.

Sports and recreation venues including Riverway Lagoons, Rockpool and Strand Waterpark.

Council has a number of venues, parklands and facilities that are available for hire by residents, community and other groups.

Commercial businesses applying to utilise council land for a commercial activity are required to complete the following forms and return to council.

Commercial Approval Application (PDF)
Commercial Permit Risk Assessment Form (PDF)
(to be completed in conjunction with the Commercial Approval Application form)

Including community centres and council owned and operated premises.

Parklands, foreshore and open water available for weddings, events and sporting activities.