October

Council’s popular sprinkler swap returns on Sunday

Townsville City Council will swap hundreds of water-efficient sprinklers for free at Willows Markets on Sunday, to help locals use water more efficiently.

Townsville Water Security Taskforce final report handed down

The Independent Townsville Water Security Taskforce’s final report highlights how building Stage 1 and Stage 2 of the new water pipeline simultaneously will ensure significant savings in building costs.

Christmas grants to bring joy to Townsville

Townsville City Council is offering $200 grants to bring the Joy of Christmas to you and your neighbours this festive season.

Council approves $30 million project to support 200 construction jobs

Townsville City Council has approved a $30 million retail development on Riverway Drive in Rassmussen – which will support up to 200 jobs during construction.

Game on for Retro Games Night!

CityLibraries Townsville is turning 80 and to celebrate, Townsville City Council is inviting anyone over the age of 18 to come enjoy a free night of nostalgia at Retro Games Night.

Stinger net installation marks the start of the Stinger Season

The start of the stinger season is officially here with the installation of the nets beginning Monday, 29 October 2018.

First tenders for $10 million Water Smart Package open now

The first tenders for Townsville City Council’s $10 million Water Smart Package have opened.

Riverway to come alive with IndiaFest

Townsville’s popular IndiaFest is bringing Indian culture to Riverway on October 27.

Free dump weekend for clean-up before cyclone season

Townsville City Council is giving residents the opportunity to take their rubbish to the dump for free this weekend.

Support Package to help residents become more water efficient

Townsville residents can now register their interest in being part of Council’s $10 million Water Smart Package to help our community become more water efficient.

Council staff take A Moment for Safety

All Townsville City Council staff took A Moment for Safety today.

Fibre optic sharing to create new tech opportunities

Townsville City Council today endorsed a partnership with Australia’s Academic and Research Network (AARNet) and James Cook University (JCU) that will allow each organisation to access the other's fibre optic cables throughout the city.

Council harnessing smart technology for Townsville

Townsville City Council yesterday voted to implement the Smart Townsville Community Partnership. Smart Townsville will help guide our community to ensure Townsville makes the best use of technology for residents and businesses.

New Chair of Water and Waste Committee appointed

Townsville City Council has appointed a new Chair of its Water and Waste Committee.

Annual Report shows strong foundation for growth

Townsville City Council has adopted its 2017/18 Annual Report at Full Council today.

Townsville's new water pipeline above board as first pipe shipment arrives

The first shipload of pipes to build Townsville's new water pipeline have arrived in the Port of Townsville.

Council apprentices shortlisted for Trade Excellence Awards

Four Townsville City Council apprentices have been shortlisted in the Apprentice of the Year category as part of the TAFE Queensland North Trade Excellence Awards.

Council crews restore water after fixing burst main on Magnetic Island

Council crews have fixed a broken water main near Hayles Avenue in Arcadia on Magnetic Island.

Council crews fixing burst water main on Magnetic Island

Council crews are currently fixing a broken water main near Hayles Avenue in Arcadia on Magnetic Island, with nearby residents likely to experience impacts to their water supply.

Council implements new security measures

Townsville City Council has conducted its yearly review of its fire and security safety measures to ensure they are in line with other Government departments.