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Residents invited to free Mount Louisa Community Information Breakfast

Townsville City Council is holding a Community Information Breakfast for the Mount Louisa Open Space Masterplan at High Vista Park this Sunday.
Flood debris removed at Black Weir as part of recovery effort

Townsville City Council is working to reopen one of the most popular areas on Ross River, Black Weir.
Mayor fighting for more support for local businesses

Townsville Mayor Jenny Hill is calling on Federal and State Governments to urgently simplify and streamline disaster assistance for local businesses impacted by the unprecedented monsoon.
Townsville Eats postponed due to wet weather

Tonight’s first ever Townsville Eats has been postponed until next month.
Park upgrade heating up fitness activities in Heatley

The Heatley Park Upgrade tender has been awarded to JMAC Constructions – supporting up to 20 local jobs.
Suburban sewer upgrade to support up to 20 jobs

Townsville City Council has awarded the tender for the Townsville Hospital Diversion Sewer Pressure Main.
Townsville Triathlon Festival racing into new expanded format in 2019

The Townsville Triathlon Festival will double in size with the support of Townsville City Council and it is now expected to inject $1.4 million into the economy.
‘Steaks’ high for Townsville Eats

Excitement is building for the first ever Townsville Eats event being held in the CBD tomorrow night.
Council approves refurbishment of much-loved hotel

Townsville City Council has approved the refurbishment of the historic Seaview Hotel on The Strand.
Council working to cash in on sport and recreation

Townsville City Council is working to maximise its sports tourism potential as part of its Sport and Recreation Facility Strategy.
Council to take over day-to-day management of Ross River Dam

Townsville City Council will take over the day-to-day management of the Ross River Dam.
Mosquito treatments continue across Townsville

Townsville City Council is continuing to treat mosquito hot spots across the city after crews detected an increase in larvae numbers.
Local company awarded tender to build new bird aviary

Townsville City Council has awarded the tender for the construction of a new bird aviary in Queens Gardens.
Recycled water deal to keep Townsville green

Townsville City Council has awarded a contract to Clean-TeQ to build and operate a recycled water re-use plant.
Council gives motorsport precinct the green light

Townsville City Council has approved a development application for a motorsport and driver education facility in Calcium.
Council to livestream meetings

Townsville City Council is delivering on its commitment to transparency by livestreaming a Full Council meeting for the first time.
Council provides further assistance to ratepayers directly impacted by the unprecedented monsoon

Ratepayers directly affected by the unprecedented monsoon may be eligible for a rebate for excess water costs incurred by washing out flood-damaged buildings.
Kerbside collection begins today

Townsville City Council’s annual kerbside collection is trucking ahead with the first pick-ups beginning today.
The search is on for artists to participate in the Northern Fringe

Calling all artists, musicians, comedians, dancers and performers of any kind – Townsville City Council wants you to register to be a part of our inaugural Fringe Festival, the Northern Fringe.
Aplins Weir bridge repair near completion

Townsville City Council crews are putting the final touches on the repairs to Aplins Weir bridge which was severely damaged in the monsoon.