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2023

Smart watering makes every drop count during the dry season

When it comes to watering a lawn during the cooler months of the dry season, lawns and gardens do better when they are watered less.
Local music legends headline first ever C2 Sessions

Townsville City Council is showcasing local artists through its brand new C2 Sessions launching at Townsville Civic Theatre this Friday.
Rockface at Sturt Street cutting to be stabilised

The rockface at the Sturt Street cutting carpark is about to undergo stabilisation works.
Adopt a pet to beat the winter blues

Embrace snuggle season this winter by taking home a new furry friend during Council’s Animal Care and Adoption Centre half-price sale this month.
Transforming lives and fostering rehabilitation

Townsville City Council's Animal Care and Adoption Centre (ACAC) has made significant strides in transforming and restoring lives through an innovative collaboration with Queensland Correctional Services.
Doing Business with Council sessions open

Working with Council is being made easier than ever with Townsville City Council re-introducing its Doing Business with Council face-to-face sessions.
Forever Garden opens for babies, children to be remembered

Families who have experienced the loss of a child now have a dedicated and meaningful space to grieve and cherish memories at the Belgian Gardens Cemetery.
Repairs start on sewer main

Townsville City Council is conducting essential repair to a section of sewer main on Thuringowa Drive.
Give a shout out to Townsville seniors

Seniors who are contributing to the Townsville community will be getting the thanks they deserve.
Council paves the way with road improvements

With the end of the wet season, road improvements across Townsville are picking up pace.
Sustainability House at Rowes Bay swings open its doors

Townsville Residents can learn ways to make their houses and gardens more environmentally efficient, effective and cost less to run at Council’s Sustainability House Open Day on Sunday, May 28.
Innovative garden space opens for visitors

Stage two of Townsville’s innovative Ecosophy Garden has been unveiled.
Council abolishes outdoor dining fees

Council has abolished its outdoor dining application fee and streamlined its policy in a move to pave the way for local restaurants to expand their diner experience and invigorate public spaces.
Lights over the water to mark special occasions

George Roberts Bridge, connecting the CBD with South Townsville, will have additional coloured lighting installed as part of Townsville City Council’s Light Up Townsville program.
Townsville’s diversity reflected in Council grants

A diverse and inclusive community will benefit from two Townsville City Council grants.
Skateboarding and Afro-Cuban festival amongst Council grant recipients

Skateboarding, polocrosse and Afro-Cuban dance are just some of the events boosted with grants from Townsville City Council, following a vote at this week’s Ordinary Council meeting.
Council kicking goals with key projects

The successful opening of the CityLibraries Riverway project is the latest example of Council’s ongoing delivery of multiple key projects for the people Townsville.
Townsville growing despite headwinds

Despite an unprecedented environment of rising costs Council continues to see strong investment and growth in the city, with $30m in commercial approvals and $55m in residential approvals over the last quarter.
School holiday guide open for submissions

With the June/July school holidays on the horizon, local businesses, organisations or community groups are invited to submit low-cost or no-cost activities for the Townsville City Council’s School Holiday Guide.
Scooby Doo the star of Riverway Movie Night

Council’s always popular Riverway Movie Nights returns this Friday (19 May) at 6:30pm with a free screening of animated hit Scoob!.