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ROCKPOOL REDEVELOPMENT: HAVE YOUR SAY
With the Rockpool nearing 60 years old, we want to know what our community wants to see at the popular northern end of The Strand in the years ahead! Whether you think the space just needs a touch-up or could be something entirely new , we want to hear your thoughts....
LIVE AND LOCAL KICKS OFF FOR TOWNSVILLE MUSICIANS
Celebrate local music, creativity and community connection with Townsville City Council’s new Live and Local program. The program has been designed to develop and support Townsville’s local live music ecosystem through industry forums, workshops and live performances...
HOSPITAL CHAPLAINS DELIVERING HOPE AND SUPPORT
For patients experiencing dark times in hospital, visiting chaplains are a shining beacon of hope. Carinity’s volunteer chaplains provide spiritual care for patients, their family and friends and, on occasion, hospital staff members. Rev. Don McPherson oversees the...
WATER LESS, GROW A STRONGER LAWN THIS WINTER
You can grow your lawn stronger this dry season and save water around your home by using these tried and tested Townsville turf-friendly tips and tricks. Acting Mayor Ann-Maree Greaney said damage to the supply pipeline for Council’s northern Water Treatment Plant...
THANK A FIRST RESPONDER DAY- TOWNSVILLE BBQ & COFFEE CATCH-UP
Wednesday 11th June is Thank a First Responder Day—a national day dedicated to showing gratitude to the everyday heroes who keep our communities safe. From police and paramedics to firefighters and SES crews, this day is all about saying a heartfelt “thank you.” Here...
A KIRWAN PARK GETS LOCALS MOVING
A park in Kirwan is set to raise the heart rate of locals and visitors alike as it receives a new lease on life thanks to the installation of new fitness equipment. Division five councillor Vera Dirou said she was excited to see local contractor, Jmac Constructions...
WALKING TRACK OPENS AFTER REPAIRS
Townsville fitness lovers’ routines will be back on track this weekend with the reopening of the Mount Louisa Walking Track after it was temporarily closed for repair. The well used trail was closed for three weeks to allow a local contractor to complete works to...
ACAC PAW-FECT POOCH SALE ON NOW
Finding a furry addition to your family is paw-ssible thanks to the Animal Care and Adoption Centre’s Find Your Paw-fect Pooch sale. All puppies and dogs at the centre have an adoption fee of $150 until Saturday June 7, with all pups coming desexed, wormed, treated...
CELEBRATING VOLUNTEER WEEK IN QUEENSLAND – GET INVOLVED, MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
It’s Volunteer Week here in Queensland – a time to shine a spotlight on the heart of our community: volunteers! Whether it’s lending a hand at a local charity, running the BBQ at a community fundraiser, mentoring young people, or helping keep our town beautiful,...