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On the Water in Townsville: Ocean Swimming, Sailing, Kayaking and the Magnetic Island Scene

With Cleveland Bay at its doorstep and Magnetic Island just a ferry ride away, Townsville is a genuine paradise for water sport enthusiasts of every kind.

By The Daily Townsville · 14 March 2026

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A Fan's Guide to Townsville Stadium: Catching Basketball and Indoor Sport in the Tropics

Townsville Stadium is the city's indoor sports and entertainment arena, home to the Townsville Fire and a packed calendar of events year-round.

By The Daily Townsville · 7 March 2026

Parkrun and the Best Places to Run in Townsville: Routes, Events and Where to Start

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Parkrun and the Best Places to Run in Townsville: Routes, Events and Where to Start

From a free Saturday morning 5km at Riverway to a challenging climb up Castle Hill, Townsville has running options to suit every fitness level and every mood.

By The Daily Townsville · 28 February 2026

A Fan's Guide to Queensland Country Bank Stadium: Getting There, What to Expect and Making the Most of Match Day

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A Fan's Guide to Queensland Country Bank Stadium: Getting There, What to Expect and Making the Most of Match Day

Everything you need to know before your first, or next, visit to Townsville's premier sporting venue.

By The Daily Townsville · 21 February 2026

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Townsville's Sporting Calendar: A Month-by-Month Guide to What's On Through the Year

Whether you love rugby league, basketball, running or water sports, Townsville's sporting calendar offers something for fans and participants every single month.

By The Daily Townsville · 14 February 2026

AFL in Townsville: How to Follow the Local Game and Get Involved

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AFL in Townsville: How to Follow the Local Game and Get Involved

Australian Rules football has a passionate following in North Queensland, and Townsville is home to a thriving AFL community worth exploring.

By The Daily Townsville · 7 February 2026

Tennis in Townsville: Public Courts, Clubs and Social Competitions to Join

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Tennis in Townsville: Public Courts, Clubs and Social Competitions to Join

From casual hit-arounds on public courts to organised club competition, Townsville has a welcoming tennis scene for every level.

By The Daily Townsville · 16 January 2026

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On the Water in Townsville: Ocean Swimming, Sailing, Kayaking and the Magnetic Island Scene

A Fan's Guide to Townsville Stadium: Catching Basketball and Indoor Sport in the Tropics

Parkrun and the Best Places to Run in Townsville: Routes, Events and Where to Start

A Fan's Guide to Queensland Country Bank Stadium: Getting There, What to Expect and Making the Most of Match Day

Townsville's Sporting Calendar: A Month-by-Month Guide to What's On Through the Year

AFL in Townsville: How to Follow the Local Game and Get Involved

Tennis in Townsville: Public Courts, Clubs and Social Competitions to Join