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Everything you might want to know about The Daily Townsville.

What is The Daily Townsville?
The Daily Townsville is an independent local news masthead covering Townsville. We publish daily across news, business, sport, property, community and federal politics.
Is it free to read?
Yes. Every article on The Daily Townsville is free to read. We also publish a free daily email brief.
Do you use AI to write articles?
We use AI tools in our editorial workflow. Every article is published under the The Daily Townsville editorial standards, with sources cited and a human editor reviewing on-topic and sensitive stories. See our editorial standards page for the full policy.
How do I subscribe to the newsletter?
Add your email on the /subscribe page. The morning brief lands before 7am on weekdays. You can unsubscribe at any time from the footer of any edition.
How do I send a news tip?
Use the confidential tip form at /tips. We read every submission, and we don't publish your name without your consent.
How do I submit an event?
Submit your event at /submit-event. We list community, arts, sport and business events that are open to the public in Townsville.
Can I republish your articles?
Articles on The Daily Townsville are copyright. Short quotes with a link back are welcome under fair use. For full republication or syndication, get in touch via /contact.
How do I advertise or sponsor?
See /advertise for ad placements and /sponsor for sponsored content. All sponsored placements are clearly labelled and follow our sponsored content policy.