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Politics
New council rules reshape how land is managed around flood-prone areas, with practical effects for property owners, renters and local infrastructure in Townsville.
wellness
Townsville residents face distinct challenges from evening heat, street lighting and waterfront noise that cut into nightly rest.
wellness
Researchers say chronic loneliness carries health risks comparable to smoking 15 cigarettes a day, and North Queensland's geography and heat are making it worse.
news
As the city pursues hydrogen hub status and grapples with climate threats, officials and experts outline a vision for sustainable growth.
property
Property auctions across Townsville remain resilient as the city’s market continues to attract owner-occupiers and investors alike.
community
A guide to mental health services, helplines and community resources in Townsville for 2026.
Politics
The policy channels state flood recovery money into dam upgrades and leaves ratepayers in non-priority suburbs without targeted rebates for the 2026-27 year.
community
The region's tertiary hospital serves a catchment of over 600,000 people across North and North-West Queensland, making it one of regional Australia's most significant healthcare facilities.
community
The beachside promenade and parkland provides the social heart of the city.
lifestyle
Council-funded changes to The Strand have shifted local routines toward later outdoor time in the cooler months.
community
Townsville air conditioning guide 2026: how much ducted AC and split system installation costs in Townsville, QBCC and ARC licensing, extreme UV and tropical humidity AC requirements for Townsville homes, and how to find a reliable installer near you.
culture
Residents are lining up for screenings and installations that opened this week across the city centre.
sport
Gina Rinehart has contributed more than $60 million to Australian Olympic athletes, making her the largest individual benefactor of elite sport in the country.
finance
Local investors in Townsville's resources and energy exposures confront softer equity benchmarks and sliding gold prices despite firmer crude.
Technology
Major funding commitments support hydrogen, battery and landfill initiatives across the city.
news
A creeping problem in the city's digital archives has finally forced a systematic reckoning with years of inconsistent data practices across local government and community organisations.
culture
Local festivals and gallery expansions tie ancient themes to North Queensland stories through specific venues and attendance records.
wellness
Facilities in the city handle growing demand for overnight monitoring and assessments.
Politics
Townsville residents working in RAAF Base operations, James Cook University programs and the proposed hydrogen hub now face projected shifts in roles as a national report identifies higher risks for women and university graduates.
wellness
From Rossiter Park to the Strand foreshore, dog owners are turning their morning walks into structured workouts, and finding a social scene they didn't expect.
finance
Local defence technology company secures funding to scale production of low-cost target drones and counter-drone training.
wellness
From the Strand foreshore to Rossiter Park, the city's network of free outdoor fitness equipment is bigger, and better used, than most residents realise.
wellness
From Zumba at Riverway to yoga at The Strand, here’s how council-backed programs are helping Townsville get moving in July.
news
As the city pursues its goal of becoming a major hydrogen production and export hub, several crucial decisions will shape the future of this emerging industry in North Queensland.
finance
The state government has backed down on controversial changes to gas mining approvals above critical underground water reserves, marking a policy reset following farmer pressure.
community
Townsville parents are turning to established local spots for school-holiday outings that combine learning and movement.
community
The North Queensland Cowboys have given the city a national identity and community anchor.
Technology
As venture capital floods the remote work sector, Townsville's CBD is experiencing a quiet revolution-and savvy entrepreneurs are betting billions that flexible workspaces are the future.
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