Keep updated on current water restrictions and dam levels, and learn about how you can save water.

Look up Council's waste facilities, locations and opening hours, your bin collection days and information on recycling as well as litter and illegal dumping.

Help protect Townsville's natural environment and learn about Council’s initiatives, and the management of local pests and weeds.

Explore Townsville Laboratory Services, an advanced laboratory offering a range of services available to commercial and residential customers.

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Water, Waste & Environment

  • Water Supply & Dams

    Water restriction levels, water saving tips, water meters and dam levels.

  • Waste & Recycling

    Look up Council's waste facilities, your bin collection days, recycling information and more.

  • Townsville Laboratory Services

    A state-of-the-art analytical laboratory that offers soil and water testing services to the general public, local businesses and organisations across Australia.

  • Creek to Coral

    Supporting our community to connect with and understand the water cycle and water-related issues. Innovating to create a water sensitive city for the future.

  • Sustainable Destination

    A network of international destinations promoting sustainable management, responsible tourism, and positive socio-economic, environmental and cultural impacts.

  • Wastewater

    Find out more about the wastewater treatment process, the safety of treated and recycled water, environmental impacts and trade waste approvals.

  • Invasive Plants & Animals

    Council is responsible for the prevention and management of restricted invasive pest plants and animals in Townsville, managed by Biosecurity staff.

  • Environmental Nuisances

    Environmental nuisances include noise, dust, smoke, ash, aerosols, fumes, particles, light, odour, and other factors that can affect our quality of life.

  • Tree Management

    Townsville City Council is committed to the preservation, management, enhancement and maintenance of Public Trees on Council Controlled Land within the Townsville Local Government Area.