2025

Hervey Range facility undergoes operational changes

Large or bulky items destined for landfill will no longer be accepted at Council’s Hervey Range Resource Recovery Centre in the weeks to come as the facility undergoes operational changes to focus on resource recovery instead of disposal.

Kirwan half-court transformed with fresh artwork

Art and sport have come together to achieve a slam-dunk for recreational basketball players at Kirwan’s Willowbank Park half-court.

Townsville residents urged to stay informed

Residents across Townsville should stay informed as rain continues to fall across the local government area.

Ross River closes, Council services impacted by weather

Townsville City Council is advising residents to be aware of Council services impacted by weather as rainfall and localised flooding persists across the Townsville LGA.

TLDMG urges residents to be cautious following rain

Residents are being reminded to drive to conditions and be aware of debris and displaced wildlife as rain eases across the Townsville area.

Get Active Clubs funding workshop to open doors for local clubs

Council is inviting representatives from local sporting clubs to learn how to get the most out of fundraising efforts, grants and programs through their upcoming Get Active Clubs – Funding Workshop.

TLDMG moves to alert as rain increases

The Townsville Local Disaster Management Group has moved to alert as rainfall increases across the region.

Council extends community safety patrols

Townsville City Council is extending a new security trial seeing results in limiting antisocial behaviour in Townsville’s City Centre.

Greaney calls for candidates not to leave Councils in the 70s

Townsville’s Acting Mayor is calling on Townsville’s federal candidates not to leave Council in the 70s and come to the table with a fairer deal for local government funding.

Volunteer opportunity gives residents first-hand Wedgwood experience

Townsville locals now have the chance to get up close and personal with Wedgwood: Artists and Industry as a volunteer for the landmark exhibition.

Reusables rebate returns for Townsville residents

Townsville residents will be able to help their hip pockets while saving the environment when they make the most of Townsville City Council’s reusables rebate program.

Council green lights CBD hotel transformation

One of Townsville city centre’s most iconic buildings is set to be transformed into a boutique hotel after Townsville City Council approved a recent development application by 4810 Property Pty Ltd.

Council approved Community Grants

The Townsville community is being supported with six Community Grants and an Economic Activation Partnership following their adoption at Townsville City Council’s first Ordinary Meeting for March.

Get more bang for your book with free Citylibraries collection

Get on the same page as book clubs across Townsville by registering your group to browse and borrow from Townsville Citylibraries’ extensive book club collection for free.

Council approved over-50’s Mount Low development

In exciting news for over 50’s looking to downsize, Townsville City Council has approved a planning application for a Relocatable home park of 350 lots in Mount Low.

Containers for Change rolls out in Townsville-first trial

Townsville City Council is partnering with Containers for Change for a Townsville-first trial to increase container recycling and benefit the community.

Council defends Townsville against mozzies

More than 1000 hectares of prime mosquito breeding grounds have been treated since the beginning of 2025 by Council’s dedicated vector control team.

Water restrictions ongoing as pipeline repairs begin

Council is calling on the community to continue sticking to medium-level water restrictions as repairs start on the damaged supply pipeline for Council’s Northern Water Treatment Plant.

Council to renew pathways at popular precinct

More than 430 metres of footpath is set to be replaced at one of North Ward’s most popular shopping and dining precincts in the months to come.

Clean up Australia this Sunday

Council is calling on the Townsville community to lend a hand to clean up Australia this Sunday, with Townsville’s official event being held at Apex Park in Rasmussen.