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.
Virtual oncology services are cutting thousands of kilometres from treatment journeys for cancer patients in regional Queensland, with potential to expand across North Queensland.
Lavarack Barracks is home to the Australian Army's largest garrison, making defence-related spending and employment one of the defining features of the Townsville economy.
The Cowboys franchise contributes to Townsville's economy through employment, visitor attraction and brand awareness that extends the city's profile across Australia and into Pacific markets.
Copper, zinc and lead concentrates from mines in the Mount Isa corridor continue to underpin Port of Townsville's freight business as diversification into new cargoes progresses.
A general guide to how Townsville families and students navigate universities, TAFE, public and non-government schools, and vocational training in the dry tropics.
A practical, general guide to Townsville's public and private hospitals, its local health service, primary care and emergency options, and the city's role as a teaching and referral hub for northern Australia.
A general guide to how residents and visitors move around Townsville and North Queensland, from the Bruce Highway and the local bus network to the airport, the Port and the long-running Ring Road project.
A plain guide to what drives the North Queensland capital’s economy, from one of Australia’s largest army bases to its working port, refineries, university and emerging clean energy sector.
