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Council planting program to replace damaged trees

More than 50 new, native trees will replace 30 trees along Thuringowa Drive that were damaged by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Kirrily.
Statement from a Townsville City Council spokesperson

The Mayor of Townsville made allegations today that a candidate for the CEO role has given gifts to a number of Councillors.
Council apprentice to take on State finals

A Townsville City Council instrumentation apprentice is swapping his screwdrivers for a suit as he heads to Brisbane to represent North Queensland in the Queensland Training Awards state final this weekend.
Statement regarding Beam e-scooters

Townsville City Council has ended the agreement with e-scooter company Beam to operate in Townsville.
Citylibraries to temporarily close doors as staff undergo training

Townsville libraries’ doors will be closed to the public this Thursday as Council staff undergo training.
Tool available to help residents check balances

Council is reminding residents of its popular online tool to help property owners across the city check their rates balance at any time on Council’s website.
Reflect at Council’s Father’s Day Memorial

Townsville City Council’s annual Father’s Day Memorial is back this Saturday from 8:30am to 10am at Belgian Gardens Cemetery.
Paralympic Games screened LIVE and free at Strand Park

Catch all the action of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games on the big screen as Townsville goes LIVE at Strand Park.
Get in the zone for basketball court art comp

Aspiring artists from across Townsville can now enter to have their designs painted on the basketball half-court at Kirwan’s Willowbank Park.
Seniors to delight in garden party luncheon

One of the biggest social events on the calendar for Townsville seniors is back in 2024, with the Seniors Luncheon just around the corner.
Seniors Expo brings products, services to Townsville Stadium

Uncover services, activities and residential options for yourself or your loved ones at this year’s Seniors Lifestyle Expo on Tuesday 20 August 2024.
Enjoy spooky family fun at Riverway Movie Nights

Enjoy a free film under the stars at Friday’s Riverway Movie Nights’ screening of The Canterville Ghost.
Artists invited to enter Ephemera 2025: Trace-less

Artists can now enter into one of Australia’s largest public art festivals for the chance to win one of four major prizes.
Jezzine Boardwalk upgrade starts next week

One of Townsville’s most well-used pathways is getting a facelift as work starts on the Jezzine Boardwalk platform decking upgrade.
Business with Council sessions are back

Doing business with Townsville City Council is being made easier thanks to the roll out of free sessions with Council’s procurement and safety experts up until October 3.
Nominations now open for NQ Sportstar Awards

If you know a Townsville sports champion now is the time to nominate them for the 2024 North Queensland Sportstar Awards.
A statement from Townsville Mayor Troy Thompson

Townsville City Council has today voted to reallocate City Deal funding from the proposed Concert Hall project at a Special Meeting, with nine councillors, including myself, voting to redirect $100 million to Reef HQ and a further $4.9 million to securing arts infrastructure for Townsville’s leading arts organisations.
Find family fun with Townsville’s Children’s Book Week activities

Discover the magic of stories with the whole family this Children’s Book Week at Townsville Citylibraries.
City buildings can receive up to $30k for makeovers

Townsville building owners are being encouraged to apply for one of the Council’s most popular grants to refresh, modernise or upgrade buildings in Townsville City.
Council seeks appropriate funding for linkage

Council has voted today to seek further funding from the State Government to construct a road linking Allambie Lane to Shetland Place in Kelso.