2024

Shell-abrate the weekend with free Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles screening

Have a turtley awesome time with the whole family at Riverway Movie Nights this Friday.

Shape Townsville’s future with liveability survey

Townsville residents can now rate their neighbourhood for the chance to win one of 10 $100 gift cards or a grand prize valued at $1,000.

King tides expected next week

Townsville City Council is encouraging residents in low-lying areas to take precautions ahead of the king tide expected early next week.

North Queensland Ceramic Awards finalists announced

For Townsville-based ceramicist Tony Di Giacomo, the North Queensland Ceramic Awards (NQCA) is more than a competition – it’s a platform for the recently announced finalists to come together and showcase the region’s talents.

Townsville singers to play an instrumental role in Carols celebrations

Townsville vocalists could play a key role in the city’s annual Carols by Candlelight celebrations this December with Council calling for up to 80 people to be part of the community choir.

Fe-line lonely? Council’s lucky black cat sale will do the trick

With Friday the 13th just around the corner more than 15 black cats are screaming ‘get meow-t of here’ at the Townsville Animal Care and Adoption Centre.

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.